Clinical Research Coordinator I – All Of Us Study - PAVIR

Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals and is looking for a full-time ClinicalResearch Coordinator who will support Principal Investigator, Jennifer Lee, M.D., Ph.D.

The Research Coordinator will support the clinical research of the VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) by overseeing assigned clinical research studies. Duties involve coordinating studies, recruiting and screening potential subjects, managing study participants, collecting data and biospecimen, performing physical measurements, under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).

This position requires 100% on-site work.

BENEFITS

PAVIR offers generous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental, 14 paid holidays, paid vacation time, sick pay, a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share, a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training. Plus, we pay for life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and manage all daily activities of the study;
• Ensure study activities follow established protocol.
• Perform all physical measurements on study subjects, as well as biospecimen collection and processing;
• Ensure study interventions (All of Us) are completed per protocol;
• Serve as a liaison between the study subjects and the PI concerning any problems or adverse events, including out of range vitals, etc.
• Recruit, screen, and interview study subjects, ensuring eligibility and understanding of the study;
• Explain the study and obtain the informed consent from the subjects.
• Coordinate outreach efforts within the facility and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) to enhance recruitment activities for the study;
• Collect and enter clinical data in the case report form and data management system;
• Maintain databases for tracking subjects for follow up.
• Participate in conference calls with National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Health Care Provider Organization (HPO) collaborators regarding project evaluation and innovation;
• Prepare project manuscripts and reports in collaboration as required by NIH or program committee;
• Assist in writing research study abstracts, protocols for any approved sub-pilot(s) of the study, operational manual for other sites to utilize;
• Perform literature reviews, and present scientific findings at meetings.
• Review scientific publications regarding study;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Bachelor's degree;
• At least 1 year of related experience;
• Valid Driver's License and can travel to satellite clinics.
• Phlebotomy certification or coursework (Anatomy & Physiology) that will allow attaining phlebotomy certification;

• Preferred: A bachelor's or advanced degree in Health Sciences or a related field.
• Prior phlebotomy experience is desired;
• At least 1 year of research experience with human subjects in a hospital setting that includes subject screening and enrollment, obtaining informed consent, conducting study procedures;
• Experience working/interacting with patients in a clinical/healthcare setting;
• Previous experience conducting human subject research;
• Ability to read and understand study protocol and ensure compliance;
• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the research field;
• Ability to understand and follow VA procedures and safety issues in regards to clinical research trials;
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding clinical studies;
• Strong ability to problem solve clinical research situations;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Knowledge of database management;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and coordinate and follow through on multiple tasks;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work with HPO collaborators to further improve collection processes and patient retention;
• Ability to present research milestones in conferences and meetings.

ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)

PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.

READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.

PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org - Human Resources department.