Clinical Research Specialist, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Indiana University

Department

PED-HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY (IN-PHEM-IUINA)

Department Information

The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant in the Department of Pediatrics at IU School of Medicine is a national leader in research and treatment of pediatric cancer and blood diseases. Our team of physicians and nurses care for children throughout the state, nationally and internationally.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Specialist will assist in evaluation, initiation, conduction, and coordination of clinical studies within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. This position will assist with stem cell transplant clinical trials.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Initiates, conducts, completes, and reports clinical trial outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with protocol, regulatory and standard operating procedures and Good Clinical Practice.
• Develops solutions to complex problems that impact the conduct of clinical research.

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.

Qualifications

Combinations 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 EXPERIENCE

Required

• 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

SKILLS

Required

• 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 / Demands

The 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.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$45,000 - $50,000 per year based on a combination of experience, skill level, education, and training.

Benefits Overview

For 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 Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Clinical Research
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Posting Disclaimer

This 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.

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