Clinical Research Coord III

The Clinical Research Coordinator III (CRC III) is responsible for the coordination of assigned research studies and educational programs funded by federal, industry and private foundation grants, in which the department is involved. Funded topics can include pain, opioid alternatives, EMS, sepsis, geospatial, biomarker, and precision medicine. 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 and Assistant Director of Clinical 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, 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. Liaison for hospital billing for research subjects and department invoice/PO submissions.
• Performs biomedical procedures such as bio specimen collection, centrifuging, pipetting, freezing and sample storage; and trains staff on specific study processing.  Ensures proper IATA shipping procedures are followed.
• 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 collection including REDCap data variables, data verification, and coding.
• Develops educational outreach materials, presentations, and infographics. Assists with abstract and manuscript submissions. Assists PIs with preparation of project reports as needed. Assists the Associate Chair of EM Research, Assistant Director of Clinical Research, Associate Director of 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.
• Experience and knowledge in general laboratory procedures and meticulous in recording, tracking & reporting of data collected is preferred.
• Experience in research, project management, data, integrative, over-the-counter, and nonpharmacologic pain management options, patient education, and integrative medicine 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 9:00pm based on study schedules with a 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.

This is a time-limited position.  Time-limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of the advertised position.

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.

Driver's license required.

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