Clinical Research Specialist, Pediatrics Rheumatology
Company: Indiana University
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
DepartmentPED-RHEUMATOLOGY (IN-PRHU-IUINA)Department
InformationFor more than 90 years, the Department of Pediatrics at
Indiana University School of Medicine has provided comprehensive
medical training for medical students, residents and fellows in
addition to lifelong learning opportunities for practicing
physicians. The department consists of 19 specialty divisions based
at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health, which
is ranked as one of America's Best Children's Hospitals in 10 out
of 10 specialties in US News and World Report.The faculty
physicians in the Pediatric Rheumatology division at IU School of
Medicine practice as part of Riley Rheumatology, one of the larger
groups of physicians specializing in inflammatory, autoimmune
diseases and arthritis in childhood in the United States. This
pediatrics specialty team teaches medical students, residents in
pediatrics and internal medicine, and post-doctoral fellows. They
are involved in educating other physicians through their teaching
at national and international meetings.Job SummaryThe Division of
Pediatrics Rheumatology is seeking a Clinical Research Specialist.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Assists in the conduct and implementation of clinical research
studies or trials in pediatric rheumatology.
- Participates in the initiation, monitoring, completion,
reporting, and routing of documents required of moderately complex
clinical studies in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure
and Good Clinical Guidelines.General Responsibilities
- Assists with identifying and recruiting potential research
study subjects; determines eligibility according to the
IRB/protocol approved methodologies, coordinates study procedures,
and monitors the progress of research studies or projects.
- Conducts study visit activities and coordinates screening,
consenting, and scheduling of test, exams, and/or
non-medical/behavioral interventions and assessments involving
study subjects; coordinates, facilitates, and performs various
study activities; manages all follow-up activities with subjects
based on protocols.
- Records study data, samples, and/or results in various
databases; maintains databases for subjects and subject scheduling;
performs data validation checks and pursues resolutions to
erroneous data; produces various reports in response to requests
from PI, sub-investigators, and/or other study stakeholders.
- Monitors study team compliance with protocol and SOPs; submits
all regulatory paperwork required; communicates with PI and
sub-investigators about concerns or recommended changes in study
protocols, etc.
- Assists with developing various communications and strategies
for advertising and recruitment, as well as in developing
information materials for study participants.
- Stays up-to-date on regulatory affairs and/or clinical research
best practices by attending continuing education classes,
conferences, seminars, and project team meetings.
- Provides various other clinical research study or project
support as needed (such as assisting with budget development,
invoicing for adverse events, billing compliance and patient
billing resolution).
- May provide guidance and/or support to less experience clinical
research staff.QualificationsCombinations of related education and
experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required
may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the
minimum required may be substituted for education.EDUCATION / WORK
EXPERIENCERequired
- Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field and 1
year of health-related or research experience; OR
- Associate's degree in an allied health profession and 3 years
of health-related or research experience. SKILLSRequired
- Proficient communication skills.
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic
environment.
- Highly thorough and dependable.
- Possesses a high degree of initiative.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships.Working
Conditions / DemandsThe role regularly requires the ability to
effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability
to move about the work environment and to position oneself to
operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the
ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will
occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this
role must be able to perform the essential functions with or
without an accommodation.Additional Information$45,000 - $50,000
per year based on experience, skill level, education, and
training.Work LocationIndianapolis, IndianaThis position is
eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and
in-person work), subject to change in the future based on
university policy and business needs. Benefits OverviewFor
full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array
of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to
vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits
by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job ClassificationCareer
Level: MasteryFLSA: NonexemptJob Function: ResearchJob Family:
Clinical ResearchClick here to learn more about Indiana
University's Job Framework.Posting DisclaimerThis posting is
scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date.
This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the
University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days.
To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application
within 5 business days of the Posted Date.If you wish to include a
cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading
attachments.Equal Employment OpportunityIndiana University is an
equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of
ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana
University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color,
race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin,
disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University
does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational
programs and activities, including employment and admission, as
required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX
may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for
Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana
University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes
contact information.Campus Safety and SecurityThe Annual Security
and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and
fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available
online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public
Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.Contact UsRequest
SupportTelephone: 812-856-1234
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