Description

Summary

This is an entry-level coordinator position. Training will be provided to develop the necessary skills required of a clinical research coordinator. The primary responsibility of the Clinical Research Coordinator I for community-based experimental and observational studies is to manage and conduct the day-to-day study visits for clinical trials and other epidemiological studies. The Clinical Research Coordinator I will be trained to follow study protocol and good research practices for all study visits. The Clinical Research Coordinator I will screen and enroll study participants, arrange study visits, and perform retention and follow-up activities. The Clinical Research Coordinator I will conduct data collection and entry and perform biological and environmental tests according to study protocols. These are all part of the learning process required in this primary position for advancement towards a Clinical Research Coordinator II and Clinical Research Coordinator III position. The Clinical Research Coordinator I assists with all data and source documentation, adverse event reporting, also as a part of the learning experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient verbal and written skills; comfortable in academic, community, and healthcare settings
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Ability to manage data collection activities with attention to detail and protocols.
• Must have a valid and unrestricted (not including corrective lens needs) U.S. Driver's license and must meet the Tulane University Motor Vehicle Policy criteria to become authorized as a driver.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree or RN with current LA licensure at the time of hire
• Two years professional clinical research work experience, or in lieu of that and advanced degree such as Masters degree in Clinical Research, Clinical Investigation, Public Health or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with research coordination and teams
• Applied IRB experience and experience working with clinical and community partners when doing research
• Competent with technology (MS Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint; Outlook; Zoom)
• Ability to do literature review and conduct basic statistical analysis
• Familiarity with database software and programming (REDCap; SQL; others)