Job description Provides professional support services for studies funded through SeroNet, an NIH-funded study evaluating antibody response to COVID-19 infection. Responsibilities include supporting the Study Coordinator in activities related to communicating with patients, research participants, and clinical care or research teams, and the associated administrative duties. The Study Coordinator Assistant will be responsible for various activities in the research cycle, including recruitment, screening, pre-/peri-/post-study visits, medical record review, data entry, participant retention, and study close-out. The applicant will work under the supervision of the Study Coordinator in day-to-day activities and will report to Dr. Thyagarajan.
TYPICAL TASKS (These examples are not all-inclusive and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this class.)
Participant-related activities and data management (60%) – Support Study Coordinator in accurately completing visit procedures and data collection according to the protocols while maintaining the health and safety of research subjects.
Conduct and document study visits.
Obtain research consent/HIPAA and screen patients for eligibility based on medically complex inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Educate patients, their legally authorized representatives, or family when applicable throughout the research participation process.
Assess and troubleshoot issues with data collection or other research processes.
Assist with processing blood samples.
If certified in phlebotomy, collect blood samples from participants during study visits.
Administrative (40%) – Support Study Coordinator in executing day-to-day activities to meet key benchmarks in the areas of study setup, participant recruitment and retention rates, and reporting responsibilities.
Provide assistance in working through study logistics and feasibility.
Provide ongoing quality control audits and implement improvements as needed.
Assist in coordinating site visits and audits.
Order supplies.
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.
Required Qualifications â— BA/BS in a health-related field or a combination of education and work experience to equal four years â— Experience in a healthcare or research environment â— Demonstrated ability to operate under general supervision as a member of a collaborative team. â— Attention to detail, strong inter-personal skills, excellent organizational skills, and ability to multi-task. â— Effective time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications â— Experience with navigating electronic health records and interpreting medical terminology. â— Familiarity with the University of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview hospital and clinics. â— Phlebotomy certification. â— Experience working with clinical and research faculty in an academic setting. â— Experience with research database software including REDCap, Oncore and Epic.
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6 openings.
Internal Number: 345125
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