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University of Pittsburgh

Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289


Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.Job Summary

Supervises clinical research staff and performs human resource actions. Prepares professional research documents, applications, manuscripts, and research papers; assists with complex research papers; and oversees Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications. Coordinates multiple, simultaneous research studies and audits research studies. Negotiates contracts, maintains budgets and expenditures, and orders supplies.Essential Functions

Supervises clinical research staff, including hiring, distributing, and reviewing work, performance reviews, and documenting disciplinary actions and other human resource administration. Manages work schedules and approves timecards. Provides professional development opportunities.Prepares grant applications, performs literature reviews, and prepares manuscripts.Writes research papers; assists principal investigator (PI) with complex research papers.Oversees and coordinates IRB applications.Monitors, audits, and reviews research studies. Compiles and records data; accesses feasibility, establishes protocol-specific recruitment plans, and coordinates multiples studies simultaneously.Monitors study budget/s and expenditures. Orders supplies; communicates effectively with vendors.Prepares, coordinates, and negotiates study contracts.Establishes effective community connections; identifies future community education opportunities.Facilitates project meetings and/or presentations of work as directed.

Physical Effort

None.The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.Assignment Category:

Full-time regular

Job Classification:

Staff.Lead Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Family:

Research

Job Sub Family:

Clinical Research

Campus:

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required:

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required:

2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience:

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule:

Shift determined by manager.

Work Arrangement:

Shift determined by manager.

Hiring Range:

To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered:

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided:

No

Background Check:

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances:

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter

Please see job description

PI251282693