The Clinical Research Coordinator/Psychometric Rater is a hybrid role responsible for supporting the development, coordination and implementation of research and administrative strategies essential to the management of clinical trials research. In addition, this position is responsible for administering and interpreting quantitative tests for the measurement of psychological variables related to diseases and disorders, examples of which include, but are not limited to, Alzheimer’s disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Multiple Sclerosis, Depression, Anxiety, and Parkinson’s Disease. This role plays a key part in ensuring protocol compliance and accurate data collection. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Two (2) years of clinical research experience preferred
- Prior experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator and Psychometric Rater required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct clinical research studies, working directly with patients to guide them successfully through the clinical trial process
- Assesses patients for protocol eligibility and communicates findings to investigator/physician
- Coordinates the implementation of protocol procedures
- Collect initial medical background from patients and other appropriate sources
- Administer psychometric ratings for clinical trials in accordance with FDA, GCP, and protocol guidelines
- Administer protocol-specific scales and evaluate results as appropriate to determine protocol eligibility
- Work as a cohesive team member coordinating assigned studies and backing up other studies on location
- Educate and provide information to patients, families, and community groups regarding clinical drug trials
- Assist and support Recruitment Team with prescreen activities and other related activities
- Attend Study related training and site initiation meetings
- Inventory, handle, and maintain accountability for all study supplies and investigational products
- Facilitate study monitoring visits and prompt resolution of all study related queries
- Maintain professional and appropriate interactions with sponsors and all other study related personnel, subjects, families, and staff members
- Assesses and monitors patient responses and adverse reactions; reports to accountable sources
- Completes a variety of reports, documents and correspondence for regulatory agencies, participating clinical trial sites and for internal purposes
- Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare staff to ensure adherence to FDA and protocol guidelines; identify potential problems and/or inconsistencies and take action as appropriate
- Assist in the preparation and submission of amendments to clinical trials protocols to the IRB
- Other duties as assigned
PAY:
This position provides a base salary and incentive plan.
SCHEDULE:
- Monday - Thursday 8:00a-5:00p
- Friday 8:00a-12:00p
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Commitment to excellence and quality patient care
- High organizational ability with strong attention to detail
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Excellent phlebotomy and IV skills are also a major asset
- Intermediate computer skills needed
- Previous experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator and Psychometric Rater
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Clinical Research Coordinator: 1 year (Required)
- Psychometric Rater: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- Spanish and English fluently (Required)
Work Location: In person
