POSITION SUMMARY: Experienced Research Coordinator that builds and leads a newly growing research department. Will have the opportunity to help create a premier research facility. Will be provided with the necessary support, budget, staff, etc. This position works closely with PI and Sub-Is on the various studies. Will be working in highly motivated large private practice urology group.
Job Relationships
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Reports to the Clinical Research Director, Vice President of Research, Market President, and the physicians at the local Market Clinic
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Collaborates with experienced patient navigators, IT, and data management.
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS: (experience, education, and skills)
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Able to handle a high volume of coordinating work, including managing multiple studies at a time of varying indications.
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Acts as an experienced resource for Clinical Research Coordinators I and Research Assistants during new hire training, newly initiated trials, and trial transitions
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Demonstrate the ability to successfully oversee complex trials.
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Demonstrate the ability to understand and navigate Urology Austin and the various roles of stakeholders to ensure continuity of patient care.
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Must have knowledge of and experience with relevant federal and state regulatory guidelines.
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Must have > 2 yrs previous experience conducting clinical trials.
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Urology based clinical experience preferred. Willingness to perform urology required procedures to conduct urology research.
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Experience with evaluating and implementing study protocols.
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Certification via ACRP or the equivalent preferred.
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Proficiency in computer software use, including Microsoft Office, EMR and Practice Management systems.
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Effective time management and the ability to prioritize work.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of management, staff, and physicians.
Essential Job Responsiblities
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Leads the recruitment of studies, protocol conduction, and communication with study sponsors.
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Maintain certifications in, and continually update knowledge of, FDA, GCP, ICH, federal and state regulations, etc.
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Obtain and maintain consent of patients with the highest ethical standards.
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Work directly with patients to conduct all study visits. Ex: screen, consent, take medical history, complete necessary procedures including EKG, blood draw, vitals, etc.
Communicate with and support patients end to end during trial participation and their families as necessary.
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Work with the EMR and data management systems to complete all data and source requirements for visits.
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Must have or gain knowledge of relevant software/programs, including the CTMS.
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Have a basic and working knowledge of trial design, statistical methods, etc.
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Triage, record, and report adverse events. Record and report any protocol deviations.
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Work closely with IRB and study sponsors, PIs and Sub-Is. Attend necessary meetings and calls.
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Directly work with the Regional Manager and Research Director to assist overseeing all daily operations and implementation of policies and procedures in the department.
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Maintain HIPAA compliant communication and confidentiality, at all times.
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Participate in site visits, SIVs, monitoring, etc.
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Complete necessary study close-out steps and documentation.
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Conduct blood draws and laboratory procedures as required per study.
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Manage IP accountability and perform drug dosing and instillations per study requirements.
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Assist with other duties assigned. PERFORMANCE
REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge
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Knowledge of health care field; medical practice clinical and administrative systems, departments, and practices.
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Understanding of medical terminology. Skills
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Ability to use multi-line phone systems and basic computer systems.
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Interpersonal and communication both with internal staff and external customers. Clinical Research Coordinator II Updated 11.2025 Abilities
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Skill in reading medical chart terminology.
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Phlebotomy.
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Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and external contacts via phone, in person, and through electronic mail.
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Elicit appropriate information for patients to clinic staff.
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Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense – deductive reasoning