Clinical Research Coordinator - job 1 of 2

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Supports and works closely with the Principal Investigator and Clinical Nurses to administratively coordinate protocol implementation for multiple research studies. CRC conducts day-to day activities of multiple studies with respect to compliance, regulatory, recruitment, study site initiation, monitoring and close out throughout the course of the research trials. The CRC follows protocol, institutional and regulatory requirements to assure accuracy of the study procedures being conducted. 

Education & Training: Associate’s degree in related field and Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or another research specific certification is strongly preferred. 

Work Orientation & Experience: At least three (3) years’ experience in clinical research with at least one (1) year of oncology research experience is strongly preferred. Knowledge of oncology clinical trials, pharmaceutical trials, federal regulations, IRB submissions and regulatory requirements. EPIC experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to:

(a) organize data management and regulatory aspects of clinical research activity,

(b) handle multiple priorities,

(c) work independently and take initiative in achieving expected results.

Demonstrate skills in:

(d) monitoring IRB and FDA clinical research policies and standards,

(e) making effective decisions,

(f) problem-solving,

(g) crisis management,

(h) verbal and written patient and staff educational presentations,

(i) organizing work, setting priorities, meeting deadlines,

(j) attention to detail and follow through,

(k) effective negotiation,

(l) working with physicians and multiple-specialty team members to obtain clinical data as required by the protocol,

(m) ability to work successfully with diverse types of individuals,

(n) is computer literate with proficiency in word processing, Excel, and data management software,

(o) ability to understand and use scientific/medical terminology and research theory in both oral and written communications.

(p) Skill in statistical interpretation and data analysis using statistical software as well as spreadsheet and database software applications.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $36.675-$44.825
Other Compensation (if applicable):
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