Clinical Research Analyst

Job Title: Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Department: RU CRC Surgical Research Lab
Shift: 1st
Specialty: Research
Job Number: 2023-1933
Date Posted: 05/24/2023
Position Type: Research

Job Qualifications:

Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Summary:

This person, under the Research Administrator, leads more complex clinical research studies conducted by PI(s) which may include grant-funded, industry-sponsored, and investigator-initiated clinical research studies. S/he will partner with the PI to manage multiple complex clinical research studies and may supervise a team of Clinical Research Staff. The individual who holds this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

Coordinates all aspects of the study including recruitment, consent, screening, scheduling, and tracking and provides study updates to study participants throughout the conduct of the study.
Ensures data is entered into the study’s electronic data capture system and queries are responded to and resolved in a timely manner.
Oversees the submission of study-related documents, study protocols, and study protocol amendments to the IRB per policy and procedure.
Ensures procedural documentation is accurate, complete, and in compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations related to clinical research.
May supervise the collection, processing, and shipment of potentially biohazardous specimens.
May supervise the administration of structured tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols including the utilization of study-related technology and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
Reviews and finalizes summary report(s) for distribution to PI, Administrator, Office of Research Affairs, Sponsor, and Compliance and ensures accurate study updates are provided throughout the conduct of the study.
Lead the development of any required action plans in conjunction with the researcher.
Ensure unanticipated problems (protocol deviations, adverse events, and serious adverse events) are submitted in a timely manner.
Provide recommendations to proactively address complex issues and/or variances with study-related activities.
Train and mentor clinical research staff members within the department.
Conduct performance reviews and annual evaluations of staff.
May summarize and share relevant research during internal and external presentations.
Maintains current knowledge of industry trends.

Required Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of clinical research experience OR 9 years of clinical research experience.
5 years coordinating Human Subjects research.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
Demonstrated knowledge of current NIH and/or FDA regulations and guidelines related to clinical research.
Relevant certification as a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), or Certified IRB Professionals (CIP).
Strong project management skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving, critical decision makings, and professional judgment.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to build rapport, navigate sensitive topics, and maintain confidentiality with a diverse pool of research participants and vendors.
Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to communicate complex concepts to multiple audiences.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings.
Travel may be required.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in science or health-related field.
Master’s degree in science or health-related field.
Prior supervisory experience.

Company Highlights:

Ranked among the top academic medical centers in the country, Rush University Medical Center is an outstanding place to enhance your career. Everything we do centers on one goal: improving patient care.
Rush University is known for its high-quality health care education, supportive learning environment, engagement with the urban community and forward-looking education approach.
Rush University is ranked 22nd on the Times Higher Education’s 2016 list of the world’s top 150 universities under 50 years of age.
Rush is an academic health system comprising Rush University Medical Center, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital.
Rush was recently ranked first for Quality and Accountability among US academic medical centers in a study conducted by the health care performance improvement company Vizient.
The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP) has awarded Rush full accreditation for three years. Rush is one of the first academic medical centers in Illinois to receive this accreditation.
As an academic medical center, Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is committed to advancing medical knowledge through research. Investigators at Rush are involved in more than 1,600 projects, including hundreds of clinical studies to test the effectiveness and safety of new therapies and medical devices, as well as to expand scientific and medical knowledge.
RUMC offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits & the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development & recognizes your achievements.
Rush University is home to one of the first medical colleges in the Midwest and one of the nation’s top-ranked nursing colleges, as well as graduate programs in allied health, health systems management and biomedical research.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.