Clinical Research Coordinator - Internal Medicine (All Of Us Research Program)

Department:
SOM KC Internal Medicine - Nephrology and Hypertension
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AoU Placeholder Sr Clinical Research Coord
Position Title:
Clinical Research Coordinator - Internal Medicine (All of Us Research Program)
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Summary:
KUMC will actively participate in the AoU Research Program. The mission of the All of Us Research Program (AoURP) is to advance the science of precision medicine and ensure everyone shares in its benefits. The operational overall objective of the program ( http://joinallofus.org ) is to build a robust research resource that can facilitate the exploration of biological, clinical, social, and environmental determinants of health and disease. The research program will collect and curate health-related data and biospecimens from one million or more individuals who reflect the diversity in the United States. It is a deliberately inclusive strategy that prioritizes groups historically underrepresented in biomedical research (UBR). The AoURP is an observational study that aims to actively engage participants and their advocates in all aspects of the research program, including governance, oversight, design, conduct, dissemination, and evaluation. Participants will not only provide their biological, health, behavioral, and environmental data, they will also be able to access their information, learn about the research being conducted, and be partners in the discovery process. This ongoing partnership between the research program and participants is critical to the success of the program.
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will actively engage in the enrollment approximately 7,500 diverse participants who are often underrepresented in biomedical research into the National Institutes of Health (NIH) AoU cohort observational study. This position will work collaboratively with research staff, health system staff, consortium, and community partners in support of the AoURP - Heartland Consortium. This position is responsible for working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of define protocol. The CRC will manage clinical research studies by coordinating and participating in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and transference of clinical research data. Monitor participants' progress including documenting and reporting adverse events. Participate in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols.
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Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree plus two years related work experience OR an equivalent combination of relevant post-secondary education and work experience that equals at least 4 years.
Work Experience:
Solid understanding of regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA) as evidenced by application materials
Solid understanding of statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs in clinical research as evidenced by application materials
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Two years experience as an administrative assistant or similar position in an academic/ healthcare environment
Experience in social media management and promotion, utilizing various platforms to effectively reach and engage target audiences
Experience with study budgets, contracts, and grant applications.
Experience with biospecimen processing
Experience with basic health screenings (e.g., blood pressure, height, weight, circumference measurements)
Skills:
Excellent communication, writing, organizational, and presentation skills.
Ability to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams including physicians and administrative staff.
Ability to recognize competing priorities and deadlines and seek guidance in the management of these where needed.
Job Duties Outlined
Under the direction of the principal investigator, recruit and educate potential participants for and evaluate eligibility for clinical trial.
Engage in the consenting of a diverse group of participants who provide surveys, questionnaire responses-participant-provided information (PPI), electronic health record (EHR) data, biospecimens, physical measurements, and HER data, mHealth Data, and permission for re- contact.
Perform ongoing and repeated communication, actively interacting with consented participants.
Maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trial.
Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice including phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.
Participate in recruitment outreach to engage potential participants to further educate on the outlined protocol for the AoU Research Program; including and not limited to "pop-up" locations to enable AoURP trained site staff to engage and enroll prospective participants in spaces (indoor and outdoor) equipped to enroll participants at communities.
Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. Track study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants.
Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews, and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Senior Leadership, as required.
Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
Work closely with the IMRO Clinical Trial Research Administration Team and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager.
Other relevant duties as requested by the supervisor.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Salary
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$58,000.00 - $86,000.00
Minimum
$58,000.00
Midpoint
$72,000.00
Maximum
$86,000.00
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Clinical-Research-Coordinator---Internal-Medicine--All-of-Us-Research-Program-_JR005874 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR005874.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
KU is an EO/AAE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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