University of Colorado · 9 hours ago
Tissue Bank Coordinator (Open Rank, Entry to Senior)
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$48K/yr - $73K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Tissue Bank Coordinator to perform clinical research related functions, including patient-oriented research and clinical trials. This role involves obtaining medical histories, ensuring informed consent, and coordinating subject participation in research studies.
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Responsibilities
Obtain medical history and current medication information, reviews protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject
Ensure that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented and filed as required
Interview prospective subjects for a variety of clinical studies. Educate potential subjects on the details of the study through phone contacts and personal interviews
Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
Maintain familiarity of all records required for each study, and reviews records after each visit for completeness and accuracy
Abstract and record all patient data essential to the study onto required Case Report Forms (CRFs) and into the Clinical Trials database, as needed, in an accurate and timely fashion. Maintain patient clinical research files
Report adverse events and serious events to appropriate parties, e.g. Principal Investigator, Study Sponsor, FDA, Data and Safety Monitoring Committee (DSMC), Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
Serve as a contact person for ongoing clinical research studies. Schedules monitoring visits and meets with representatives from sponsoring pharmaceutical firms or in-house staff for initial orientation to studies and for review of study records
Implement care and services that recognize age-specific needs and issues for customers served
Participate in DSMC audits
Collaborate with hospital staff to ensure tests and procedures required by clinical protocols are performed and documented. These include, but are not limited to vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen processing, EKG’s, drug administration, and protocol specific tests and procedures
May be called upon to perform the following specific tests and procedures: a) blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and temperature measurements, b) specimen processing and shipping
Qualification
Required
Entry Level: Bachelor's degree in any field
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree in any field
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
One (1) year clinical research or related experience
Senior Level: Bachelor's degree in any field
A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis
Two (2) years clinical research or related experience
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire
Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
Outstanding customer service skills
Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
Three (3) years of clinical research or related experience
Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Company
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
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