Job Details

Research Coordinator / Research Coordinator Senior

Position Number: 6892173
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Coordinator / Research Coordinator Senior

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Research Coordinator / Research Coordinator Senior

Job Profile Title
Research Coordinator

Job Description Summary
This position is a full-time Research Coordinator for a newly awarded Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) grant. The primary function is to facilitate, promote, and ensure good clinical practice in the conduct of the PCORI grant, especially project coordination and communication with the Sponsor and regulatory bodies. The position will also participate in and support study team meetings, assist other coordinators with study-related tasks, and support the Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) activities. The successful candidate will comply with all policies relating to the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine, FDA, GCP and other regulatory standards. Must have experience with research clinical trials.

Please note, this position is contingent upon grant funding. Currently, this position is funded for 5 years.

This position is hybrid eligible after initial training period.

Job Description

Research Coordinator Job Responsibilities

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of the clinical research protocol. The Research Coordinator will demonstrate vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance, and data quality. This individual will work under general supervision. Additional responsibilities include:

Coordinate the conduct of PCORI grant according to protocol and in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Assist clinical research coordinators in overseeing execution of project timelines as well as completion of study related activities delegated to research coordinator who provides study related support
Complete relevant trainings
Organize, participate and assist in the preparation of documents needed for initiation, monitoring, internal and external auditing
Coordinate, organize and maintain all documentation required by sponsor or Clinical Research Organizations (CROs) (i.e., source documentation, case report forms, study and regulatory binders, and patient binders)
Assist with data collection and maintenance of clinical trial databases and records in the Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) in real-time
Maintain the research study website
Provide regular updates to the research team. Work as a part of the research team to maximize the efficiency and quality of research performed, including developing work instructions.
Participate in and support study team meetings, including the Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) activities

Research Coordinator Senior Job Responsibilities:

The Research Coordinator Senior will have the same duties as Research Coordinator but will include the following:

This individual will work independently with minimal supervision
Communicate and liaise with regulatory bodies, such as the IRB, ClinicalTrials.gov, and the PCORI program. This includes timely preparation and submission of regulatory documents (IRB amendments, ClinicalTrials.gov record updates, IDS, and progress reports for PCORI)
Schedule and document meetings and reports: executive, ad board, and DSMB meetings; prepare PCORI and DSMB reports
On behalf of the site, communicate with the Sponsor to share study-wide updates/issues with the Research Team's Program Manager and study team members who were not able to participate.

Qualifications

Research Coordinator: Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required, including 1-3 years of experience with clinical trials. Experience with PCORI grants is preferred. The successful candidate must have: (1) practical experience coordinating the day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment; (2) effective verbal and written communication skills; (3) ability to learn new methods quickly and multi-task; (4) ability to work as part of a team as well as independently; (5) detail-oriented and organized; (6) possess working knowledge of the Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH) and Good Clinical (Research) Practice (GCP) Guidelines.

Research Coordinator Senior: Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required, including 1-3 years of experience with clinical trials. Experience with PCORI grants is preferred. The successful candidate must have: (1) practical experience coordinating the day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment; (2) effective verbal and written communication skills; (3) ability to learn new methods quickly and multi-task; (4) ability to work as part of a team as well as independently; (5) detail-oriented and organized; (6) possess working knowledge of the Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH) and Good Clinical (Research) Practice (GCP) Guidelines.

Please note, this position is contingent upon grant funding. Currently, this position is funded for 5 years.

This position is hybrid eligible after initial training period.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$44,500.00 - $63,610.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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