Independently manages significant and key aspects of a large clinical trial or all aspects of one or more small trials, or research projects
Trains and provides guidance to less experienced staff
Oversees data management for research projects
Interfaces with research participants and resolves issues related to study protocols
Authorizes purchases for supplies and equipment maintenance
Determines effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and retaining participants in long term clinical trials
Periodically audits operations including laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; provides leadership in identifying and implementing corrective actions/processes
Monitors IRB submissions and responds to requests and questions
Interfaces with study sponsors, monitors and reports SAEs; resolves study queries
Provides leadership in determining, recommending, and implementing improvements to policies/processes
Assists in developing grant proposals and protocols
With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy, specimens collection or diagnostics
May perform some supervisory duties
Performs related approved responsibilities as required

High School Diploma or GED and seven years of clinical research experience
Or two years of college in a scientific, health related or business administration program and five years of clinical research experience
Or licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) and four years of clinical research experience
Or bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related or business administration program and three years clinical research experience
Or master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program and one year of clinical research experience
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) preferred

Clinical Research Coordinator III

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