The GRAIL Pathfinder II study team at the Morehouse School of Medicine is seeking a passionate and dedicated Community Outreach Coordinator/Navigator. The candidate will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the study team and community clinics, churches, and other healthcare organizations. Expertise in identifying and engaging community leaders, including clinicians, church officials, and patient navigators, to facilitate and enhance the reach and impact of the study will be key.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Study Participant Management: Oversee the electronic health records (EHRs) to identify & match study participants and screen and enroll study participants for available clinical trials.
- Clinical Data Management: Manage clinical trial data sets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and security. Ensure that all clinical trial data are accurately entered into electronic data capture (EDC) systems and promptly, adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Study Coordination: Collaborate with researchers and physicians to implement health informatics solutions that support the enrollment of clinical trial participants.
- Study Compliance and Data Integrity: Maintain data standards, ontologies, and metadata frameworks in alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements. Ensure adherence to clinical trial regulatory requirements (IRB, HIPAA, GCP, etc.).
- Data Analysis: Assist with data visualization and communication of clinical and real-world data to various stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Contribute to the drafting of manuscripts, reports, and grants, as well as present findings at scientific meetings and conferences.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Maintain detailed records of outreach activities, including meetings, interactions, and outcomes.
- Prepare regular reports detailing outreach efforts, challenges, and opportunities for the leadership team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Comprehensive knowledge of local community dynamics, culture, and key stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with healthcare or academic research settings is an advantage.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Clinical Research Coordination: Understands clinical trial protocols, workflows, and regulatory compliance and coordinates multiple study components with precision and timeliness.
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrates accuracy in data entry, documentation, and review; identifies and resolves discrepancies in patient records and study data.
- Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including physicians, patients, and research staff, adapting messaging based on the audience and context (e.g., written, verbal, or electronic).
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Builds productive relationships across departments and with partner organizations and demonstrates a cooperative approach and willingness to support team goals.
- Patient-Centered Focus: Prioritizes patient safety, privacy, and access to appropriate clinical trials and demonstrates cultural sensitivity and empathy in patient interactions.
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Identifies operational challenges and proposes practical, evidence-based solutions; anticipates potential issues and takes proactive steps to minimize disruptions.
- Time Management & Adaptability: Manages shifting priorities in a dynamic research environment and remains flexible and calm under pressure, especially during rapid study activations.
- Ethical Conduct & Integrity: Upholds institutional and regulatory standards related to clinical research and handles confidential data responsibly and adheres to ethical principles.
- Technology Proficiency: Navigates clinical databases, electronic health records (EHRs), and research software efficiently and learns new digital tools and platforms as needed for trial coordination.
- Project Management: Demonstrates experience in coordinating and managing projects, ensuring objectives are met within set timeframes. Able to identify and allocate resources effectively and can anticipate and mitigate potential risks or delays.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
