Study Coordinator I

Classification Title:

Clinical Research Coord I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Associate's degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The UF Health Cancer Institute is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span all of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 350 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure.

As a Study Coordinator I at the UF Health Cancer Institute (UFHCI), you will be responsible for collaborating with coordinators and research staff, investigators, physicians, nurses, and other key personnel in the clinics, hospitals, and at the Cancer Institute to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and satisfactory care for patients enrolled on research protocols.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Coordinating relevant care and protocol required testing for subjects enrolled on an assigned portfolio of human clinical trials.

• Interpreting and collecting medical and clinical data for prospective and existing enrolled subjects on assigned clinical trials.

• Maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory and institutional requirements related to your trials.

• Coordinating sample collection, analysis, and shipping for assigned trials.

This is an entry-level position, ideal for candidates with interest in beginning a career in clinical research. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

Advertised Salary:

$48,000 - $55,000

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave.

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Required Qualifications:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Two or more years of relevant experience and/or training in research and/or oncology.

• Experience working with databases and/or subject data.

Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Care, Basic Sciences, or a related field.

Qualities:

• Forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues.

• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be effective independently, maintain appropriate discretion, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent delegation and time management skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work with a broad range of people including investigators, physicians, clinic and hospital staff, sponsors, partners at other institutions, UFHCI staff, and others.

• Demonstrate understanding and effective use of Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• List of Three Professional References

This is not a remote work position, and is located on the University of Florida's Main Campus in Gainesville, FL.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes