Job Posting Title:
RN Clinical Research Coordinator or Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator
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Hiring Department:
Department of Neurology
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
To Be Determined at Offer
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Earliest Start Date:
Ongoing
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Position Duration:
Limited Duration Based on Business Need
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Location:
AUSTIN, TX
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Job Details:
General Notes
The Department of Neurology at the Dell Medical School is looking for an RN Clinical Research Coordinator or Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator.
One year fixed term appointment renewable based on business need, funding and performance.
Candidates will be considered for either the RN Clinical Research Coordinator or Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator position which will be based on the experience and qualifications of a candidate.
RN Clinical Research Coordinator:
Research coordinator position to support funded clinical research studies. The responsibilities of a nurse research coordinator involve a significant amount of patient-facing time for study participant recruitment and conducting research visits, which includes but is not limited to: vital signs collection, lab draws and sample processing, collection of medical and medication history, visual acuity checks, etc. This position also involves administrative tasks, working with the PI, and other investigators, department, sponsors, and institution to support the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.
Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator:
Nurse research coordinator position to lead funded clinical research. The responsibilities of a nurse research coordinator involve supervision of clinical research coordinators, patient-facing time for study participant recruitment and conduction of research visits, as well as administrative tasks, working with the PI, and other investigators, department, sponsors, and institution to support the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.
Purpose
The nurse research coordinator is in involved in patient-facing time for study participant recruitment and conduction of research visits. This position also involves administrative tasks, working with the PI, and other investigators, department, sponsors, and institution to support the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.
Responsibilities
RN Clinical Research Coordinator:
Study coordination and implementation
Protocol Management: Understand, implement, and ensure adherence to clinical research protocols.
Study Setup: assist in the initiation of studies, including feasibility assessments and coordination with sponsors.
Participant Recruitment: Screen and enroll participants, ensuring they meet inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Informed Consent: Educate participants about the study, obtaining and documenting informed consent.
Study Visits: Conduct and coordinate patient visits, assessments, and data collection per protocol requirements.
Medical Procedures: Perform clinical procedures (e.g., blood draws, vital signs, and medication administration) as required by the study.
Data Accuracy: Collect, document, and manage study data in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements.
Assist PI with regulatory activities
IRB Submissions: help prepare and submit required documents to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
Protocol Amendments: assist with modifications to protocols and other study-related documents.
Regulatory Compliance: ensure all study documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and other regulations.
Audits: Maintainaccurate and complete records for audits, participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
Study monitoring visits: participate in sponsor-led study monitoring visits.
Administrative responsibilities
Budget Management: assist PI with budget preparation and financial accountability
Resource Allocation: assist PI with management of study supplies and resources.
Sponsor Liaison: assist in communications with study sponsors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) regarding study progress and updates.
Assist in communications with office of sponsored projects, finance department or other internal offices involved in the conduction of clinical research.
Other related duties as assigned.
Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator:
Study coordination and implementation
Protocol Management: Understand, implement, and ensure adherence to clinical research protocols.
Study Setup: lead the initiation of studies, including feasibility assessments and coordination with sponsors.
Participant Recruitment: Screen and enroll participants, ensuring they meet inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Informed Consent: Educate participants about the study, obtaining and documenting informed consent.
Study Visits: Conduct and coordinate patient visits, assessments, and data collection per protocol requirements.
Medical Procedures: Perform clinical procedures (e.g., blood draws, vital signs, and medication administration) as required by the study.
Data Accuracy: Collect, document, and manage study data in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements.
Troubleshoot and address critical issues in patient safety and study execution.
Lead and oversee regulatory activities
IRB Submissions: Prepare and submit required documents to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
Protocol Amendments: Assist with modifications to protocols and other study-related documents.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all study documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and other regulations.
Audits: Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
Study monitoring visits: prepare and participate in sponsor-led study monitoring visits.
Training and Supervision:
Supervision:supervise, train, and mentor junior staff or other members of the research team; assist in staff project allocation
Education: Stay updated on clinical research developments and share knowledge with the team.
Administrative responsibilities:
Budget Management: oversee budget and financial accountability
Resource Allocation: Oversee and manage study supplies and resources.
Communicates with Office of Sponsored Projects, Finance department or other internal office involved in clinical research
Sponsor Liaison: Communicate with study sponsors and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) regarding study progress and updates.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
RN Clinical Research Coordinator: RN required and Master’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. biology, social science, nursing) and 4 years of relevant experience.A successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrate the ability to work in a collaborative environment; possess effective project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines; possess great attention to detail and effective follow-through; have initiative to complete tasks before being asked and be able to independently manage studies; know when to ask for help; be flexible and adaptable to change. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator: RN required and Master’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. biology, social science, nursing) and 6 years of relevant experience.A successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrate the ability to work in a collaborative environment; possess effective project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize and schedule work in an efficient and productive manner, focusing on key priorities and meeting deadlines; possess great attention to detail and effective follow-through; have initiative to complete tasks before being asked and be able to independently manage studies; know when to ask for help; be flexible and adaptable to change. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
RN Clinical Research Coordinator: Nursing degree with appropriate license/certification. Four years’ experience in clinical research, working with participants/patients who are enrolled in clinical trials and academic research studies. Experience with participant recruitment, retention, managing participant study visits, and conducting protocol-outlined evaluations. Experience with neurological patient populations and proficient in medical terminology and medical assessments relevant to neurology studies. Experience with research administration including IRB submissions and able to provide budgeting/contracting support.Certifications such as CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator) preferred.
Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator: Nursing degree with appropriate license/certification. Four years’ experience in clinical research, working with participants/patients who are enrolled in clinical trials and academic research studies. Experience with participant recruitment, retention, managing participant study visits, and conducting protocol-outlined evaluations. Experience with clinical/patient populations and proficient in medical terminology and medical assessments relevant to neurology studies. Experience with research administration including IRB submissions and able to provide budgeting/contracting support.Clinical research leadership experience. Certificationas CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator).
Salary Range
RN Clinical Research Coordinator: $65,000+ depending on qualifications
Senior RN Clinical Research Coordinator: $70,000+ depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Occasional interstate, intrastate and international travel.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
