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LMR Technical Group

Clinical Protocol Coordinator

LMR Technical Group, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Clinical Protocol Coordinator.

Location: Baltimore, MD. Teleworking eligible.

Job Description:

The Clinical Protocol Coordinator will support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Aging. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Other

Schedule monthly NIA Clinical Investigators' and Scientific Review Committee meetings. Serve a central point of contact for NIA clinical research protocol activity. Organize/coordinate quality assurance activities with pertinent regulatory bodies such as audits by FDA, NIH, pharmaceuticals and others. Facilitate communication with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval. Interact with NIA Principal Investigators and IRB staff to coordinate amendments, annual reviews, triennial reviews, terminations, adverse events and other IRB interactions. Coordinate activities regarding Investigational New Drug (IND) submissions and annual renewals. Coordinate protocol-specific documentation, such as schemas, patient calendar, teaching aids, if applicable, and other activities through Study Manager TM software to provide protocol schedules at the start of a new study. Coordinate/schedule protocol initiation meeting with appropriate staff. Facilitate protocol updates, amendments and other documents as needed to obtain IRB approval. Maintain documentation of clinical research training (by OHRP, the Clinical Center and others) of clinical researchers as required by the IRB, NIH and others. Coordinate education and guidance regarding research activities, procedures and standards for new staff members as needed and as directed by the NIA Project Officer. Develop and maintain knowledge of and performance of job functions in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, policies and statutes.

Assists researchers with protocol development, assembly and review of clinical trial documents.

Assist researchers develop protocol documentation including schemas, patient calendars and teaching aids. Assist researchers develop clinical research informed consent and other ethics and regulatory related documentation.

Assists researchers develop and maintain trial related documents and operational procedure

Assist researchers collect, organize and maintain all study documentation to include investigator qualifications, trial logs, and safety reports. Assist researchers maintain accurate records of all protocols and study applications, safety reports, annual reports and correspondence. Assist researchers track and review adverse event files and report events in accordance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and policies.

Maintains study databases and conducts basic analysis.

Maintain data files within multiple software systems, including computerized procurement reports and communication programs. Perform entry and cleanup of study of the questionnaire data in various databases, and conduct queries to answer researcher questions. Assist researchers track study requests and protocol approvals, maintaining a record of all submissions and status of approvals. Assist researchers prepare, review and submit clinical data to monitoring agencies.

Assists researchers collect, distribute and file regulatory documents.

Assist researchers review and submit protocol actions for clearance within the NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System. Organize quality assurance activities with pertinent regulatory bodies such as FDA, NIH, pharmaceuticals and others. Assist researchers prepare and communicate with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval. Assist researchers prepare submissions to regulatory bodies in support of clinical trials.

Provides technical support to researchers and the clinic.

Assist researchers with navigating NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System.

Develops and maintains trial related documents and operational procedures.

Collect, organize and maintain all study documentation to include investigator qualifications, trial logs, and safety reports. Maintain accurate records of all protocols and study applications, safety reports, annual reports and correspondence. Maintain all regulatory trial documentation including maintaining a complete and up-to-date Regulatory Binder for each trial, documentation of investigator qualifications, trial logs and safety reports.

Collects and distributes regulatory documents.

Coordinate with IRB administrator to collect, review and maintain all IRB records. Review and submit protocol actions for clearance within the NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System. Organize quality assurance activities with pertinent regulatory bodies such as audits by FDA, NIH, pharmaceuticals and others. Prepare researcher communication with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval. Prepare submission documentation for regulatory bodies in support of clinical trials. Manage, track and coordinate regulatory activities for all assigned protocols, from conception and development, through the protocol lifecycle, to study closure.

Deliverables

Work products and documents related to scheduling meetings; serve as central point of contact for NIA clinical research protocol activity; organize/coordinate quality assurance activities; facilitate communication with IRB and NIH Clinical Center. - Daily Work products and documents related to coordinating amendments, annual reviews, triennial reviews, terminations, adverse events and other IRB interactions; coordinate IND submissions and annual renewals. - Daily Work products and documents related to coordinating protocol-specific documentation, such as schemas, patient calendar, teaching aids; coordinate/schedule protocol initiation meeting; facilitate protocol updates, amendments and other documents for IRB approval. - Daily Work products and documents related to documentation of clinical research training; coordinate education and guidance regarding research activities, procedures and standards for new staff members. - Daily Regular meetings (weekly to twice weekly) to present updates with protocol office staff - Weekly

Other related duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree in general business, business management and administration, or health and medical administrative services. Minimum of 1 year of related experience including experience supporting clinical research and experience in Good Clinical Practice and regulatory compliance guidelines for clinical trials. Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). Proficiency in the operation of computer and general data acquisition programs. Proficiency with MS Office Suite and PROTECT. Strong communications skills, both oral and written. Skilled in the following areas: liaising with regulatory authorities, coordinating project meetings, liaising with ethics committee, regulatory compliance, protocol navigation, IRB submissions, scheduling, SOPs, protocol review revision, and patient confidentiality. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills. Familiarity with IRB requirements. Knowledge of clinical protocols and medical terminology. If hired, candidate must complete within 30 days upon arrival at NIH the required NIH safety and research integrity coursework/training as mandated for all scientific staff working in NIH facilities which include: Introduction to Responsible Conduct of Research; Introduction to Laboratory Safety; Laboratory Safety at NIH; Protection of Human Research Subjects; Technology Transfer Online Training. Must sign Patent Agreement form and Contractor Employee Patent Agreement form at vendor's orientation. If hired, candidate must complete the NIA IRP New Employee Safety Training Checklist form and send the completed Checklist form to NIA Safety Officer; Tasks listed on the Safety Training Checklist must be completed within one week upon arrival at NIH. If hired, candidate must complete required on-line training within 30 days upon arrival at NIH: Which include: NIH Computer Security Awareness Training; NIH Sexual Harassment Training ; Disability Awareness Training - Must complete required annual or bi-annual on-line training, per NIH guidelines, which include: NIH Computer Security Awareness Training ; NIH Sexual Harassment Training; Disability Awareness Training. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working with the National Institute of Health (NIH). *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Expected Salary Range: $75,000 - $98,000 annually. Salary will be based on related experience, education and skills.

LMR's Benefits Plan Includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program

About LMR:

LMR is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills, experience, and knowledge of its personnel. Our team consists of personnel with diverse backgrounds.

LMR is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

LMR will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@lmrtec.com.

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