Clinical Research Coordinator III

The Clinical Research Coordinator III (CRC III) is responsible for the coordination of pain, opioid alternative, EMS, sepsis, geospatial, biomarker, and precision medicine related research studies and educational programs funded by federal, industry and private foundation grants. The CRC III will perform functions necessary for successful completion of all protocols including but not limited to enrollment and follow up visits and procedures such as vital signs, phlebotomy, nasopharyngeal, saliva, and blood diagnostic tests, dispensing of investigational products, scheduling, drug accountability and reconciliation, sponsor site visits, regulatory and organizational tasks, where appropriate and as delegated by the investigator, Assistant Director of Clinical Research, and Associate Chair of Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine.

• Reviews and follows research protocols to screen and enroll patients into IRB approved studies including specimen collections, laboratory processing and device education. Performs study follow-up visits including phlebotomy, vital signs, psychometric surveys, and dispensing of investigational products.  Assists in developing study protocols and checklists; completes source document data and case report forms. Enters data into appropriate study databases and develops databases as needed. Ensures IRB and regulatory documents are properly filed in regulatory study binders and that binders are up to date for review by auditors and study monitors. Serves as a liaison between subject, investigators, IRB, sponsors and other relevant healthcare professionals who are part of the research or patient care project team for smooth and informed implementation of studies. Ensures that research participants are properly associated in EPIC collaborates and communicates with state/hospital/ED/pain clinic/pharmacy staff and other departments to ensure a team approach for completing research activities. Trains clinical research coordinators, OPS research assistants, and student interns on protocols for participant enrollment. Implements good clinical practice (GCP) and follows the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and follows all University of Florida policies and procedures.
• Works with Emergency Medicine principal investigators (PIs) and divisional/department leadership to coordinate research studies and programs that focus on PAMI (Pain Assessment and Management Initiative) and alternatives to opioids and patient safety. Implements quantitative and qualitative data plans including REDCap data collection variables, data verification, coding and management of data.
• Performs biomedical procedures such as bio specimen collection, centrifuging, pipetting, freezing and sample storage; and trains other coordinators and assistants on specific study processing.  Ensures proper shipping procedures are followed and samples are properly logged.
• Develops educational outreach materials and presentations, online learning modules and infographics related to studies. Assists the Associate Chair of EM Research, Assistant Director of Clinical Research, Associate Director of Clinical Research, and PI’s in identifying new funding opportunities and proposal development related to pediatrics, EMS, pain, patient safety, sepsis and precision medicine topics. Participates in EM research and quality improvement related state partnerships. Other assigned duties as determined by EM Research leadership team.

$65,000 to $76,000

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in phlebotomy, specimen processing, and clinical research is preferred.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize and effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Coordinates multiple tasks and works independently and productively in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

This position requires proficiency in data management and superior organization skills.

Integrity, careful attention to detail; ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects’ rights and individual needs; willing to learn and maintain skills in accordance with HIPAA regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 references

Normal work hours will include a mix of 8 hour shifts Monday through Sunday during the time period of 8:00am to 10:00pm based on study schedules with mix of day and evening shifts and 2-3 weekend shifts per month. There will be occasional on call duties, and travel for professional presentations and activities.

Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.