Clinical Research Coordinator

Howard Brown Health · United States

Howard Brown Health is a nationally recognized leader in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. Our commitment to inclusive and affirming care has made us a cornerstone of the Chicago community. At Howard Brown, we believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals and enriches lives. Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to health equity and social justice.
• Work in a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent environment.
• Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Contribute to groundbreaking health initiatives and research.

• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance with two PPO plans and an HMO plan.
• BCBS HMO, PPO, and PPO Select Plans
• BCBS Dental
• BCBS Vision

• 3-weeks paid vacation and 1-week of personal time
• 12 accrued sick days per year
• 10 paid holidays, including Juneteenth
• PTO Exchange allows employees to turn unused PTO into liquid assets
• 401k program with up to 5% employer match after 90 days
• Employer-paid basic life insurance valued at one times the annual salary
• Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-term and Long-term disability
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefit account
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs; NHSC & PSLF
• Employee Assistance Program with 5 employer-paid counseling sessions
• 50% off at Brown Elephant Resale Shops and discounts at local businesses

• Provide study coordination for assigned trials as directed by the Clinical Research Manager; including data coordination and quality control of research data.
• Provide back-up and support for all areas of clinical research
• Complete regulatory paperwork for IRB submissions, annual reviews and study close-out
• Ensure that all Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) are reported in a timely fashion to IRB and sponsor
• Create and update Regulatory Binder for each assigned study
• Assist with monitoring visits
• Interact/liaise with study sponsors and investigators in role of study representative
• Conduct eligibility screening interviews over the phone and/or in person
• Schedule study patient appointments and make reminder calls to patients; send reminder letters and emails as appropriate
• Conduct study patient visits per protocol, including screening and follow-up visits, data collection and entry, specimen collection, and other study activities
• Communicate clinical trial status to management and staff through meetings and tracking system; maintain related records
• Create and update paper and electronic study patient records
• Participate in other recruitment/retention activities as needed, including calling potential participants and occasional outreach
• Attend trainings, staff meetings, and in-services as required
• Assist lab personnel with specimen processing and shipping as needed
• May be asked to attend Investigator Meetings for new trials as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• B.S. or B.A. & 2 years+ clinical research experience
• A.A. or A.S. & 5 years+ clinical research experience
• High School Diploma/Equivalent & 8 years+ clinical research experience
• Strong writing skills and the ability to write clearly
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, ability to take initiative
• Possess the ability to prioritize while multi-tasking in a team setting or alone
• Working knowledge of general medical terminology
• Working knowledge industry regulations, standards and guidance
• Effectively communicate with physicians, nurses, pharmaceutical companies and other team members.

• B.S. Degree in Health Care Field or Life Science
• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

• Requires ability to speak audibly and listen actively.
• Requires ability to use computers, telephones and other office equipment.
• Requires ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• May require periodic travel.