Clinical Research Coordinator II – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Position Summary
Assists investigators as a coordinator of complex clinical research studies with the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Will be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously and will involve coverage of research at both the medical school campus and our West County location. Coordinator will act as a liaison with the University, sponsoring agency, community and the study participants; manages and records all phases of study protocol as required by sponsoring agency to ensure compliance.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management of funded (i.e., grant and industry) and PI-initiated trials, from study start-up through completion. Ensures regulatory compliance; completes reporting with regulatory agencies as appropriate.
• Assists in developing plans for research projects and discusses the interpretation of results; collaborates in the preparation of manuscripts for publications and preparation of grant proposals to sponsoring agencies; assists in the preparation of amendments to protocols and/or modifications to study design as appropriate.
• Coordinates the development of forms, questionnaires, and the application of research techniques. May assist with the development of REDCap databases or electronic surveys. Assists in writing instructional procedure manuals for study progress, data collection and coding; reviews journals, abstracts and scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments and to obtain information regarding previous studies to aid in the planning of new studies.
• Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines; establishes record-keeping systems; makes assessments and determinations of participants’ progress in the study; analyzes, investigates and reports adverse events; makes decisions as when to notify physicians of issues, when to stop participant inclusion and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol of particular participants; resolves protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.
• Collects, evaluates and interprets clinical data as appropriate. Depending on the study protocol design, coordinator may assist with data collection and performing study assessments and/or procedures in the operating room, clinic or hospital. Prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same. Enters collected data into electronic data capture systems.
• May assist with training and overseeing personnel assigned to study.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of techniques and methodologies used in developing, coordinating and managing clinical research projects.
• Working knowledge of database management, spreadsheet and statistical analysis software.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of two years of clinical research experience.
• A combination of relevant work and college education equaling six years may substitute for this requirement.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements). Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.

Grade
C10

Salary Range
$51,600.00 – $77,400.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.