The Knight Cardiovascular Institute Clinical Senior Research Assistant (Research Coordinator) is responsible for various duties related to clinical trials. The research coordinator will Identify potential subjects through chart review, discussion with investigator or other mechanisms; assists PI in the identification and eligibility of new protocol subjects; schedules, orders, communicates assessments and appointments.  They are responsible for trial implementation for all trials that fall under their specific discipline.  The Research Coordinator is also the primary liaison for patients receiving experimental research procedures on a clinical trial and is responsible for the triage of patient needs and identification, reporting of, and follow-up of adverse events.  They have a strong understanding of the connection and differences between clinical care and protocol visits conducted for research subjects. 

 

The research coordinator will have a very strong understanding of research regulations, reporting timelines, and quality data abstraction for research purposes.  This position will primarily support our Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy research team within the division of Cardiology, they may be reassigned secondary duties to support other sections within the Cardiovascular Medicine Clinical Trials Unit and Knight Cardiovascular Institute. This is an onsite role with limited hybrid opportunities.

• Bachelor’s Degree with major courses in field of research/science AND 1 year of relevant experience; OR
• Associate's Degree AND 3 years of relevant experience; OR
• 4 years of relevant experience.
• Very Strong understanding of Research Regulations and best practices.
• Strong data abstraction and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time.
• Strong teaching skills with the ability to mentor junior staff.
• Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems.
• Must be proficient with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and PowerPoint).
• Must have demonstrated excellent customer service skills both on the phone and in person.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of diverse individuals and personalities.
• Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships.

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in Science.

• At least one year general office experience.

• Knowledge of cardiology. Managing Access database or similar database.

• Microsoft office, medical terminology, analytical skills, trouble shooting skills. Ability to work independently as well as within a team enviroSnment.

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