Clinical Research Coordinator B, Orthopaedic Surgery Research

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Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B

Job Description Summary

Informs the creation of and adherence to multi-center budgets and ensures expense management. Supports monitoring local and external sites and assists in the management and execution of multisite trials. Adheres to all University and other regulatory guidelines.

This position is contingent upon funding.

Job Description

This position's primary function is to facilitate, promote, and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of all research protocols in the Department/Center. Independently executes different phases of complex clinical trials and mentors Research Assistants and Students. Works with partnering institutions. Informs the creation of and adherence to multi-center budgets and ensures expense management. Participates in study team meetings, provides Division level progress reports during Divisional group meetings, and ensures ongoing protocol training and overall compliance. Supports  monitoring  local and external sites and assists in the management and execution of multisite trials. Adheres to all University and other regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 2-3 years of related experience in research and clinical study
• methodologies or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Individuals with MS and PhD degrees and primary laboratory experience interested in
• transitioning into the Clinical Research space are also encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions
Office, Library, Computer Room; Requires extensive safety

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$42,953.00 - $77,315.00

Affirmative Action Statement

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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.