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    Research Coordinator - Washington, United States - Howard University

    Howard University
    Howard University Washington, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description
    The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.

    BASIC FUNCTION:

    The role of Research Coordinator will be involved in data tasks, data collection, data entry, and coordination of functions in clinical research studies.

    SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:

    N/A

    NATURE AND SCOPE:

    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
    • Monitor compliance with data quality assurance and quality control goals of clinical studies and follows all written and unwritten study practices, procedures and protocols.
    • Maintains detailed working knowledge of assigned protocols; design and compile materials which aid investigators and other research staff in complying with protocol requirements.
    • Works on clinical studies, which require a high level of knowledge and coordination.
    • Ensures accuracy and timeliness of data collection entry, management and analyses.
    • Data entry, management and calculations using computerized database, word processing and spreadsheet software.
    • Performs data management and basic analyses, including use of Excel spreadsheets and Access databases for various studies.
    • Abstracts patient clinical and demographic data from a variety of sources (including paper and electronic medical records from multiple study sites and multiple electronic platforms) and enters into a CRF, tracking spreadsheet or database.
    • Conduct standardized assessments of patients via in-patient, clinic or home visit.
    • Teaches new staff study procedures.
    • Works with co-workers and students/trainees in prioritizing workflow when necessary for optimizing efficiency and productivity.
    • Proactively seek to improve or optimize workflow and discuss with coordinator/supervisor as appropriate.
    • Have initiative in anticipating and responding to staff and research subjects needs based on awareness of routine and repeated job functions.
    • Analyzes research data and performs literature searches for research, presentations, and publications.
    • Interacts regularly with research team members regarding data management and the status and progress of ongoing studies.
    • Actively communicate and update supervising study coordinators and/or investigators on patient enrollment and data collection status via verbal and written communication
    • Utilizes good clinical research practices.
    • Assist in preparation of data and reports for IRB, funding agencies, and other research sponsors.
    • Write summary reports for specific studies.
    • Administer standardized surveys to research subjects or their proxies via phone, or via in- patient, clinic or home visits.
    • Schedules research patients appointments and follow-up visits/phone calls at the appropriate time to assure completion of protocol requirements.
    • Prepares and submits annual renewal requests and amendments according to institutional guidelines.
    • Call patients with reminders of their appointments.
    • Maintain logs of patient screening, surveys and visits.
    • Maintain compliance with HIPAA and IRB regulations and guidelines.
    • Attend regular research group meetings (weekly or monthly).
    • Communicate with study sponsors, coordinators and collaborators.
    • Escort patients through hospital during their research visit; set up and take down equipment for patient testing.
    • Organizes, creates and maintains clinical research charts and maintains filing system for electronic and paper-based research records.
    • Coordinates the collection and documentation of patient information for research purposes.
    • Establishes calendar of various tasks and coordinates the logistics needed for successful completion of the studies.
    • Literature search & organize data for research manuscripts.
    • Verifies patient eligibility for studies. Identifies study participants and is involved in their recruitment process on various clinical trials.
    • Participate in the consenting process, ability to explain protocol procedures and obtain informed consent.
    • Documents adverse events and protocol deviations.
    • Prepares weekly report of work hours and activities for review by supervisor.
    CORE COMPETENCIES:
    • Able to effectively prioritize and work on multiple tasks with concurrent deadlines and demonstrate excellent time management skills and efficiency.
    • Excellent verbal communication skills and good written communication skills. Attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent organizational and time management skills required.
    • Able to work independently to ensure successful completion of the clinical research study.
    • Position requires flexibility. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, detail oriented, self-motivated, strong interpersonal skills, ability to use personal computer.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
    • Demonstrates and serves as a role model for a positive work environment, including high motivation, positive attitude, and good judgment, tact, and sensitivity in all interpersonal interactions with all research staff, investigators, students and participants.
    • Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications
    • Required: All IRB-required courses must be completed, and appropriate exams passed with necessary certification within 2 weeks of start date.
    • Physical Requirements
    • Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
    • Assisting patients during evaluations within crowded clinical environment.
    • Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
    • Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
    • Communication skills using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range.
    • Ability to move about.
    • Ability to lift 20 lbs.
    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

    Additional related experience may substitute for required education.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
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