Clinical Research Coordinator 2
Department
BSD OCR - Clinical Research Incubation
About the Department
The mission of the Office of Clinical Research is to catalyze clinical research by providing expertise, resources, infrastructure, and systems that facilitate clinical research operations and enable collaboration across the enterprise while promoting compliance and human subject protection on behalf of our diverse community of patients and volunteers. Together, we elevate the human experience with knowledge and health care.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator 2 (CRC2) is a specialized research professional working with and under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), Co-investigator(s), and other study personnel to follow the clinical protocol.
While the Principal Investigator is primarily responsible for the overall design, conduct, and management of clinical trials, the CRC 2 is delegated to perform study related tasks across the life cycle of the study. The CRC2 plays a critical role in the conduct of the studies to ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations. This position is housed within the Clinical Research Incubation Unit but will work directly with investigators in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
The CRC 2 acts as a key communicator, project manager, and clinical research conduct knowledge partner alongside the investigator, sponsor, and institution to support compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.
Responsibilities
Participate in the coordination and conduct of complex clinical research studies and ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations.
Prepare, submit, and assist Investigators with multiple levels of research documentation (i.e. IRB submissions, educational materials, reports, grant renewal reports, and study forms).
Maintain working knowledge of current protocols, and internal SOPs. Develop standard work to support efficient workflows.
Be accountable for high standards of clinical research practice and assist in the development of accountability in others.
Follow procedures, maintain records, track progress, and respond to data queries in timely manner.
Solves a range of straightforward problems relating to the administration of the compliance, financial and other related aspects of a clinical study.
Support drafting and review of peer reviewed study publications under supervision of study PI.
Accountable for all tasks in moderately complex clinical studies.
Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under moderate supervision.
Facilitates and participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits.
Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with a limited to moderate degree of independence. Contributes to the problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and tasks.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
Relevant research experience.
Experience coordinating clinical trials or previous experience coordinating complex clinical trials.
Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.
Preferred Competencies
Strong knowledge of clinical research regulations and best practices.
Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments.
Ability to read and understand clinical trial protocols.
Ability to work collaboratively with professionalism.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Comfort in clinical settings and patient interaction.
Working Conditions
Office, out-patient clinic, operating room, and sample processing lab.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
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Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
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Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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Clinical Research pay context
Based on 158 disclosed Clinical Research salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $140K/year, with most offers between $103K and $171K (10th–90th percentile: $68K–$300K).
This posting lists $60K–$75K, below the $140K market median.
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