Level I - Clinical Research Coordinator
Soffer Clinical Research Center
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs, Days

The department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full-time 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. Familiarity with HIV is essential, as participants will be women living with or at risk of HIV from the MACS/WIHS CCS and STAR studies. The coordinator will work closely with the MWCCS and STAR teams. The role requires someone outgoing, motivated, self-directed, and highly organized. Comfort in interviewing diverse participants on oral health topics and understanding research protocols is necessary. Comprehensive training on research protocols will be provided.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs 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, schedules 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 solves 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.
Department Specific Functions

Assists with study visits, screening, scheduling participants, assessments, and measurement activities per the study protocol.
Conducts screening, interviews, and baseline assessments at locations including UM/Jackson HIV Clinic, Converge, and CRB.
Maintains and updates records, codes data for electronic processing, and retrieves data electronically.
Performs clerical duties such as typing, answering phone calls, and maintaining study binders.
Coordinates appointments and study visit schedules, prepares correspondence, and handles phone inquiries.
Monitors and reports adverse events, ensuring participant advocacy and adherence to quality standards.
Conducts pre-screening (by phone), screening, baseline, and follow-up interviews with excellent interviewing skills.
Oversees study coordination, including scheduling, liaison with other research sites, and coordination of study meetings.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills in phone conversations and public speaking.
Develops professional relationships with mental health providers, researchers, and community members, traveling to recruitment sites using personal transportation, and adheres to university policies and procedures, safeguarding University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Knowledge, 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.