University of Arizona · 1 day ago
Clinical Research Coordinator III, University of Arizona Cancer Center (Full-Time)
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $74K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Arizona is a leading institution committed to advancing cancer research, and they are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator III to manage clinical trial protocols. This role involves coordinating patient care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and serving as a liaison among various stakeholders in the clinical research process.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate the patient care requirements of IRB approved clinical trials protocols. This includes consenting, screening, registering, re-consenting, scheduling appointments and procedures, creating documentation, and submitting data
Works with a team to create plans to confirm proper execution of clinical trial study procedures
Act as the primary contact for Site Evaluation Visits (SEV), Site Initiation Visits (SIV), monitoring visits and audits for Investigator Initiated trials (IITs), sponsored studies and cooperative group trials
Able to work at one of a few Arizona Cancer Center locations including the Main Cancer Center, the North Cancer Center Clinic, Orange Grove Clinic, or others as assigned
Demonstrate professionalism and apply basic leadership practices
Participate in trainings including creating and presenting material
Contribute as a leader and peer-mentor within CTO supporting management on various tasks and responsibilities as appropriate
May be the primary contact for process improvement meetings within the U of A and our clinical partner
May sit on or lead a committee to help improve clinical trials office processes and procedures
Assist in the creation of work-practice documents
Develop or contribute to the development of tools, processes, and trainings to enhance the administration and execution of clinical trials
Act as a preceptor for staff members including but not limited to assisting in the onboarding of new staff including support staff and other clinical research coordinators
Act as domain expert with breadth of knowledge in all trial phases (pilot, 0, I, II, III), trial type (Industry, National, IITs) and ability to cross-cover clinical research teams
Following ALCOA-C guidelines, all data collected must be attributable, legible, contemporaneous, original and accurate
Gain access to all associated clinical trail data management systems and confirm all necessary staff also have access
Ensures proper data collection and submission of data into the appropriate data management systems including our local clinical trials management system, the electronic medical record system and specific electronic data capture systems
Evaluate tumor response with Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) and other evaluation criteria used in Oncology
Collect appropriate signatures to stay in compliance with GCP
Follow up on monitoring report action items and queries in a timely manner
Lead assigned Clinical Research Team to confirm data management is distributed equally and is completed timely
Acts as primary coordinator to meet the time points of assigned clinical trial calendars
Instructs and counsels patients and family members in research procedures. This includes assisting with giving report to pharmacy and infusion nurses for clarification on each specific patients' status on each protocol
Work with pharmacokinetic coordinators to collect fresh biopsy collection and participate in the processing and shipment of samples when necessary
Monitor site compliance with subject safety reporting, escalate issues and develop or contribute to the development of tools, processes, and trainings to enhance subject safety during the conduct of clinical studies (Corrective Action, Preventative Action reports - CAPA, and other internal documents to assist with team structure)
Willing to be trained in phlebotomy and/or vitals collection through our clinical partner
Constant communication is required between clinic staff, research RNs, pharmacokinetic team members, study monitors, physicians and patients
Patients must be regularly informed of their appointments and research specific requirements (example: additional visits for blood draws and other biological specimen submissions)
Act as primary contact for all assigned clinical trials for study monitors, physicians and other staff including finance representatives from the U of A and our Clinical Partner
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to demonstrate leadership and collaborate effectively in a team environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively using sound time-management skills
Ability to navigate electronic databases and perform accurate data management
Preferred
Experience working or volunteering directly with patients in a healthcare setting
Clinical Research certification (ACRP, SOCRA, or equivalent), or willingness to obtain certification
Previous experience or exposure to clinical research environments, preferably in oncology
Prior involvement with clinical research coordination activities, regulatory compliance, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards, and data management, preferably in oncology
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
State retirement plan
Access to UA recreation and cultural activities
And more!
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
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