Occupational Summary

Perform a variety of research, data, and clerical duties of a routine and technical nature to support the conduct of clinical research for the Duke Cancer Institute’s [DCI] Brain Tumor Center [BTC] program. Participate in day-to-day operations related to the collection, compilation, and documentation of clinical research data.

Work Preformed

Clinical Research Operations – 30% of Effort

Screen participants, conduct and document consent for participants in minimal risk studies. Maintain subject level documentation.  Schedule participants for study visits.  Prepare necessary documents, equipment, supplies, and  interviews according to study protocol and Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs]. 

Follow procedures and documentation of study payment.  Assist with maintenance of study level documentation.  Define source document. 

Collect, prepare, process, ship, and maintain inventory of research specimens. 

Communication – 20% of Effort

Write and speak clearly in a variety of settings and styles to convey messages and ideas effectively. Respond to routine questions related to study protocol and refer more complex questions to others as appropriate. 

Communicate and coordinate with other study personnel as required for study implementation and routine problem resolution. 

Actively participate in study team meetings.

Data – 40% of Effort

Use Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, technologies, and software to accurately enter study data.  Complete paper and electronic Case Report Forms (CRFs and eCRFs) accurately and according to protocol.  Run summaries and reports on existing data. 

Follow SOPs for data QA.  Use required processes, policies, and systems to ensure data security and provenance.  Independently investigate incomplete, inaccurate or missing data and documents to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.

Recognize and report vulnerabilities related to security of physical and electronic data.

Ethics – 10% of Effort

Recognize and employ the professional guidelines and code of ethics related to the conduct of clinical research.  Be familiar with the ethical conduct of research, and safeguards needed when conducting research with vulnerable populations.  Understand that the safety of research participants is a priority.  Identify and explain the risk and benefits for a clinical trial. 

Know and follow policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), regulations and protocol requirements that govern clinical research.  Maintain Duke and project specific training and certification requirements. 

Basic Life Saving [BLS] certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent Duke approved course required.

And other work as assigned. 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.  Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The intent of this job description is to be representative of the level and the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities. 

Preferences

The preferred candidate will have a bachelor degree and some experience with Research and Neurosciences education.

Location Durham

Duke Entity MEDICAL CENTER

Job Family Level 09

Full Time / Part Time FULL TIME

Regular / Temporary Regular

Shift First/Day

Minimum Qualifications

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Education

Work requires an associates degree.

Experience

One year of relevant experience (e.g., research, clinical, interaction with study population, program coordination).