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Clinical Research Coordinator A

Employer
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Location
Pennsylvania, United States
Closing date
22 Sep 2020

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Academic Discipline
Education, Social Sciences
Job Type
Research Related, Other Research Related
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Job Description Summary

The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest and one of the finest medical schools in the United States. Penn is rich in tradition and heritage and at the same time consistently at the forefront of new developments and innovations in medical education and research. Since its founding in 1765 the School has been a strong presence in the community and prides itself on educating the leaders of tomorrow in patient care, biomedical research, and medical education. http://www.med.upenn.edu/

Job Description

Coordinate clinical trials sponsored by the Translational Research Program or industry sponsors and conducted by the Clinical Trials Unit at the University of Pennsylvania. Coordination of trial activities will include but is not limited to obtaining informed consent, screening and enrollment of study participants, scheduling study related visits (e.g., lab tests and procedures), processing and shipping of study related specimens, scheduling of administration of investigational or study specified medications (e.g., study vaccines), completion of source documents and case report forms (CRFs), reporting of non-serious and serious adverse events, maintenance of regulatory files, preparation for monitoring visits and audits, assisting with the submission of study documents to all applicable institutional committees (e.g., IRB) for initial approval, continuing reviews and for approval of any amendments, and assisting Sponsor with annual IND reporting. Orient and mentor new research assistants and research coordinators. Function as resource to current research staff.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Demonstrated capacity/ability from past work experience to learn and apply new concepts, develop skills and knowledge, work/collaborate with others, work independently, organize, prioritize, problem solve and utilize resources appropriately. 

Possess working knowledge of the Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH) and Good Clinical (Research) Practice (GCP) Guidelines. 

Possess appropriate computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Working Conditions

Office, Library, Computer Room

Physical Effort

Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less; Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$36,401.00 - $65,521.00

Affirmative Action Statement 

Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements 

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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