Clinical Research Coord, I

Title: Clinical Research Coordinator I

Location: Fountain Valley

Department: Research Admin

Status: Full Time

Shift: Days

Pay Range*: $36.18/hr - $52.44/hr

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Position Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator fulfills the requirements of recruiting, enrolling and conducting follow-up of study participants in clinical trials related to all therapeutic areas represented throughout MemorialCare. In doing so, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating trial participation of study volunteers with the trial’s protocol, company and trial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP)/ International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines, FDA regulations and other applicable regulations (global, state, etc.). The Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for working with the trial delivery team to meet enrollment and retention goals and ensure compliance with the study protocol. After hours support and coverage may be needed to adequately meet the needs of the research subject and/or adhere to the protocol recruitments. After-hours Support Staff will be compensated for his/her time providing support during these after hours.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Under direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Operations, Manager of Clinical Operations and principal investigator, the CRC 1 is responsible for enlisting, maintaining, and assuring protocol compliance for all study participants in clinical trials.
2. Collaborates with study investigator in determining eligibility of potential participants in clinical trials.
3. Screens potential participants for protocol eligibility. Presents trial concepts and details to the participant, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls participants in study protocol.
4. Ensures research quality by practicing in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
5. Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. May disburse investigational drug and provide participants’ education regarding medication administration. Maintains investigational drug accountability, when needed, in cases where the Research Pharmacy is not maintaining that responsibility.
6. In collaboration with the study investigator, reviews study participants for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, response to study drug and thoroughly documents all findings.
7. Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, entry, and reporting. Schedules and participates in monitoring and auditing activities.
8. Maintains current and accurate documentation in the regulatory binder(s) as required by regulations and sponsors.
9. Participates in required training and education programs. Responsible for education of other personnel and vendors regarding clinical research.
10. Provide a safe environment for study participants, caregivers, and study personnel at all times through compliance with all federal, state, and professional regulatory standards. Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
11. Participates in the after-hours support and coverage schedule, if necessary.
12. Be at work and be on time.
13. Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
14. Follow company policies, procedures and directives.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical research experience required.
• Knowledge of clinical trial federal, state and local regulation requirements preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to read and understand clinical trial protocols required.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology/environment required.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat) required.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Associates degree or equivalent education required.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
• Research certification (e.g. ACRP, SoCRA or equivalent) preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred. 
• Current CITI training preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance as travel to physician offices and health system locations is required for departmental specific job duties.