Research Study Coordinator-Research Center (Knoxville)

Market Range: 08

Hiring Salary: $21.69/Hourly

THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TN

JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Research Study Coordinator supports the operational components of prospective investigator-initiated neurology research protocols, focused on Aging, Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and other dementias. This position assists the Principal Investigator (PI) with all operational components of the project including the screening and consenting of study participants, preparation of participant visits, and the collection, management and reporting of study data to the investigator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identifies possible participants in coordination with medical providers and clinical staff.
2. Connects with possible participants to explain research protocols and gauges interest in participating.
3. Provides eligible participants with the IRB-approved Informed Consent Form (ICF) and completes the ICF process.
4. Coordinates the scheduling of participants with other study team members and stakeholders.
5. Collects and processes BioSamples.
6. Obtains physician approvals and eligibility confirmations from the investigator.
7. Collects, reviews, and maintains study-related data.
8. Extracts applicable subject information from electronic health records per the protocol.
9. Documents any observed or reported adverse events appropriately and communicates with the PI, study team, and IRB.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Health-related or similar field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of relevant experience; OR Associate's Degree and three (3) years of relevant experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience to equal five (5) years. (Experience in interventional or investigator-initiated neurology research protocols is preferred.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to create and maintain extensive medical records on clinical research subjects.
• Experience coordinating prospective interventional research studies.
• Understanding of complex diagnoses, medications, and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic research protocols (GCP, ICH).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population.
• Intermediate-level computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications for various electronic data capture programs.
• Experience working with RedCap, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position is occasionally required to work evenings and weekends. May occasionally require overnight travel.