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University of Miami

Clinical Research Coordinator 1

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Clinical Research Coordinator 1

Location: Miami, FLTime Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 30+ Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100076492The department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Coordinator 1 to work onsite on the UHealth campus. The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 serves as an entry-level clinical research professional that has a basic foundation in clinical research through assigned responsibilities in data management or implementing clinical research protocols. This role exhibits increased learned skills and flexibility in performing duties, and assumes responsibility for simple clinical research protocols and timelines.CORE FUNCTIONSPerforms chart review/pre-screening activities for study participant eligibility and coordination of simple clinical research protocols. Maintains enrollment procedures according to the protocol.Coordinates routine activities of clinical studies including data collection and maintenance, planning study timelines, scheduling appointments and study visits, meeting scheduling, and project evaluation.Performs moderate to complex research tests/experiments and adapts procedures for quality improvement under supervision.Understands and follows technical instructions for operating clinical research equipment, problem-solving when operational failures occur.Assists in observing and informing the PI/supervisor of adverse events, including those reported by study participants.Addresses adverse events per protocol, advocating for study participants and quality standards throughout the lifespan of the study.Identifies, reports, and helps problem-solve protocol deviations and unanticipated occurrences.Follows the appropriate fundamental requirements of all international, national, and local regulatory bodies.Knows the contents and maintenance of study-specific clinical research regulatory binders.Maintains requisite skills and mandatory training in safety, equality, responsible conduct of research, continuing education, and research competencies.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.CORE QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in relevant field requiredMinimum 1 year of relevant experienceKnowledge, Skills and Attitudes:Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.Commitment to the University’s core values.Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.Department SpecificsThe CRC 1 will report to Dr. Vilma Gabbay and serve on projects with a multidisciplinary and collaborative team. Projects include innovative MRI-based imaging approaches, investigations of neuroinflammation, and the use of behavioral paradigms to probe reward processing in mood and anxiety disorders in adults and adolescents. CRC 1s will have the opportunity to gain excellent clinical and research experience, with the potential for publication.The coordinator will handle the process of conducting research studies and related projects. Responsibilities include any combination of research participant-related activities such as recruitment, screening, psychiatric assessment, data collection, analysis, and management using electronic data capture systems, interaction with patient’s treatment team, imaging acquisition, and preparation of manuscripts. The CRC 1 will ensure that studies are conducted according to protocol design and will report deviations as they arise, and maintain study files such as regulatory documents, correspondence, case report forms and data files. They will perform activities related to regulatory compliance such as IRB submissions, mandates issued by the study sponsor, and any other regulatory entity.The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in neuroscience or psychology with previous research experience. The position will be hybrid with the option to do fieldwork in either New York City or Miami, and involves a five-day work week that may include weekend effort.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.Job Status:

Full timeEmployee Type:

StaffPay Grade:

A8

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