Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute
Research Coordinator - Infectious Disease
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
The Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute (HHRI) has a current opening for a full-time Research Coordinator to support the research being conducted by Drs. Anne Frosch and Kristina Burrack at Hennepin Healthcare's HCMC.
This is an onsite position requiring a consistent presence in downtown Minneapolis, MN.
The focus of the Frosch/Burrack lab is on translational immunology research, with an emphasis on infectious diseases including malaria, HIV, and SARS-CoV-2. Our overall goal is to develop a comprehensive understanding of host-pathogen interactions in order to enhance immunity and limit immune-mediated pathology. To do this, the lab performs clinical research as well as research on animal models. Our lab has significant experience in processing clinical samples including samples collected from individuals living with HIV, COVID-19, and malaria.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for protocol initiation, procedural adherence and compliance, and data collection. Maintain adherence to protocol and regulatory guidelines and adhere to principles of good clinical practice in research. Process the protocol related labs using centrifuge and lab equipment into protocol specific lab containers and shipping boxes. Conduct research study visits, protocol study procedures, study assessments, and the delivery treatments in a safe and effective manner within clinical research setting. The research coordinator will maintain complete and organized records, attain complete study data collection and completeness of case reports and study documentation, and respond to queries and data cleaning inquiries. This will include working with sponsors, monitors, HHRI administration, office of research education and quality, and the IRB and other regulatory staff. The coordinator may provide team leadership in problem solving, and regularly assist and coordinate work of Research Assistants, Phlebotomists, Laboratory Technicians, and other staff. Collaborate and coordinate with program project manager to achieve study milestones and oversee work product of others in the program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Screen and recruit patients; determine patient eligibility for participation in study via patient histories, test results, medical exams, etc.
Willingly acts as a resource person to other medical staff regarding study protocol and interpretation.
Collect and interpret study data in an organized and precise fashion to maintain data integrity.
Routinely maintains accurate patient files.
Regularly schedules study related testing as required by protocols.
Collaborates with research team members.
Effectively interacts with clinical care teams to facilitate participant referrals/enrollment and follow-up with results.
Conducts research and maintains study records consistent with GCP and in compliance with HHRI, FDA, sponsor, funder and other relevant stakeholders.
Disburses funds to study participants on a timely basis.
Responsible for protocol initiation, procedural adherence, and compliance.
Process blood and urine specimens. Measure and record urine volumes. Perform complete urinalysis utilizing dipstick and microscopy. Perform confirmatory urinalysis tests. Aliquot and distribute samples to various departments. Perform various specimen processing, storage and shipping duties.
Perform data entry and computer maintenance tasks.
Maintain adequate supplies, and monitor and confirm packing list information.
May perform phlebotomy.
May deliver or administer study medication to participants, as licensure and institutional/state regulations permit.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Education/Experience:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be a baccalaureate degree and at least one (1) year experience with the specified research field. Maintain required study or institutional related training/certification. Clinical trial experience, phlebotomy and data entry experience, and Hazmat certification preferred. HIV and infectious disease research interest/experience preferred.
Skill, Knowledge & Ability (SKA):
Requires interaction with a diverse population. Demonstrated knowledge of PCs and software applications. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and techniques for a medical laboratory when performing tests. Ability to work with minimal supervision and be highly organized, efficient and possess good manual dexterity to handle specimens. Ability to maintain strict adherence to research protocols. Knowledge of research design, protocols, and analysis; knowledge of regulatory aspects of clinical research. Ability to work independently, be self-directed and motivate, and demonstrate effective oral and written communication. Skilled in problem solving and keeping detailed records and files. Displays high standards of attendance, punctuality, maintains confidentiality, and manages time effectively.
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This is an onsite position requiring a consistent presence in downtown Minneapolis, MN.
The focus of the Frosch/Burrack lab is on translational immunology research, with an emphasis on infectious diseases including malaria, HIV, and SARS-CoV-2. Our overall goal is to develop a comprehensive understanding of host-pathogen interactions in order to enhance immunity and limit immune-mediated pathology. To do this, the lab performs clinical research as well as research on animal models. Our lab has significant experience in processing clinical samples including samples collected from individuals living with HIV, COVID-19, and malaria.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for protocol initiation, procedural adherence and compliance, and data collection. Maintain adherence to protocol and regulatory guidelines and adhere to principles of good clinical practice in research. Process the protocol related labs using centrifuge and lab equipment into protocol specific lab containers and shipping boxes. Conduct research study visits, protocol study procedures, study assessments, and the delivery treatments in a safe and effective manner within clinical research setting. The research coordinator will maintain complete and organized records, attain complete study data collection and completeness of case reports and study documentation, and respond to queries and data cleaning inquiries. This will include working with sponsors, monitors, HHRI administration, office of research education and quality, and the IRB and other regulatory staff. The coordinator may provide team leadership in problem solving, and regularly assist and coordinate work of Research Assistants, Phlebotomists, Laboratory Technicians, and other staff. Collaborate and coordinate with program project manager to achieve study milestones and oversee work product of others in the program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Screen and recruit patients; determine patient eligibility for participation in study via patient histories, test results, medical exams, etc.
Willingly acts as a resource person to other medical staff regarding study protocol and interpretation.
Collect and interpret study data in an organized and precise fashion to maintain data integrity.
Routinely maintains accurate patient files.
Regularly schedules study related testing as required by protocols.
Collaborates with research team members.
Effectively interacts with clinical care teams to facilitate participant referrals/enrollment and follow-up with results.
Conducts research and maintains study records consistent with GCP and in compliance with HHRI, FDA, sponsor, funder and other relevant stakeholders.
Disburses funds to study participants on a timely basis.
Responsible for protocol initiation, procedural adherence, and compliance.
Process blood and urine specimens. Measure and record urine volumes. Perform complete urinalysis utilizing dipstick and microscopy. Perform confirmatory urinalysis tests. Aliquot and distribute samples to various departments. Perform various specimen processing, storage and shipping duties.
Perform data entry and computer maintenance tasks.
Maintain adequate supplies, and monitor and confirm packing list information.
May perform phlebotomy.
May deliver or administer study medication to participants, as licensure and institutional/state regulations permit.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Education/Experience:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be a baccalaureate degree and at least one (1) year experience with the specified research field. Maintain required study or institutional related training/certification. Clinical trial experience, phlebotomy and data entry experience, and Hazmat certification preferred. HIV and infectious disease research interest/experience preferred.
Skill, Knowledge & Ability (SKA):
Requires interaction with a diverse population. Demonstrated knowledge of PCs and software applications. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and techniques for a medical laboratory when performing tests. Ability to work with minimal supervision and be highly organized, efficient and possess good manual dexterity to handle specimens. Ability to maintain strict adherence to research protocols. Knowledge of research design, protocols, and analysis; knowledge of regulatory aspects of clinical research. Ability to work independently, be self-directed and motivate, and demonstrate effective oral and written communication. Skilled in problem solving and keeping detailed records and files. Displays high standards of attendance, punctuality, maintains confidentiality, and manages time effectively.
AA/EOE of Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans
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