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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Associate Clinical Research Coordinator. Reporting to the RBMU Program Manager, the incumbent will be primarily responsible for supporting the research biospecimen/ biofluid specimen processing components of clinical research studies in the most optimal fashion. Perform accurate execution of research protocols in accordance with RBMU Standard Operating Procedures, Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA and required obligations to patient/subject, Principal Investigator, research team and the sponsor. Assist with general laboratory cleanliness and organization. Maintain sufficient clinical trial kit supply inventories. Directly interface with the research team in support of the clinical trials.
Job Responsibilities:
Support collection of biofluid research specimens for clinical trials by providing clinical collection materials to study team personnel as requested.
Monitor transport and receipt of collected research biofluid samples on a daily basis.
Maintain clinical trial biospecimen collection supply inventories for multiple studies at the same time. Monitors General Laboratory supply levels and Requests additional resources from Lab Manager when needed.
Interpret study collection plans and generate sample collection source document materials. Understand the principles of all research tests performed in research clinical trials.
Act as point of contact for designated biospecimen collections. Respond to requests for clinical collection materials in a timely manner, give/receive correct information, encourage required dialogue/follow-through.
Centrifuge, process, prepare, ship, and/or store biological materials in accordance with sponsor protocols, institutional standard operating procedures, Environmental Health and Safety requirements, and universal Biohazard precautions.
Perform bench work as needed, perform basic specimen processing techniques under direct supervision.
Maintain clean laboratory facilities and shared bench spaces. Work with teammates to share general laboratory responsibilities.
Record, update, edit, and maintain confidential information relating to research biospecimens onto paperwork and/or web-based forms in a neat, accurate and timely manner and ensure subsequent data collection as required.
Help to reconcile any biospecimen discrepancies in data with RDAs and RCs. Resolve queries stemming from inappropriately reported and or recorded specimen data or missing specimens.
Maintain study specimen inventories and Perform Quality Control Analysis on specimen collection records utilizing enterprise databases for all specimens handled and distributed.
Complete necessary Biological Hazard training provided for the proper handling and collection of biological substances and the packaging and shipment of human biofluid samples.
Provide updates to study team members regarding changes to workflow or research lab-related specific needs according to protocol modifications.
Under direct supervision, collaborate with various NYU School of Medicine and Hospital personnel involved in assisting with specific aspects of each study.
Performs all responsibilities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, CAP accreditation, established guidelines and work instructions, and appropriate industry and Good Clinical Practices standards.
Additional responsibilities as needed including: Help in the development of SOP’s, policy changes, education sessions, and quality improvement projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors degree, preferably in science, public health, health education or a related field OR Associates degree with equivalent experience.
Computer literate with good interpersonal, writing and verbal communication skills. 1 year relevant research experience required. Effective oral, written, communication, interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work under the direction of supervision. Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Time management skills and ability to work well under pressure. Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications. Intermediate competency in medical terminology, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, Federal Regulation that govern the conduct of human subjects research as well as Institutional Review Board and institutional policies and procedures related to human subjects research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in life sciences preferred. Professional certification (ACRP CCRC or SOCRA CCRP). Individuals without this certification are encouraged to obtain this certification within one year of starting in the Assistant CRC role. 2 years experience in research or related experience preferred.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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