The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Med - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator II. This position will support the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism in various clinical research initiatives, primarily coordinating for the research of Dr. Rita Basu, Dr. Ananda Basu, and others as needed. There will be some early days and weekend work needed for study participants and visits.

General Responsibilities

• To serve as primary coordinator for clinical research studies and supporting more senior team members.
• To provide a lead role in protocol screening and participant eligibility determination working alongside other team members to ensure compliance. May provide oversight to junior clinical research coordinators (CRC) and clinical research nurse coordinators (CRNC) in review of study documents.
• To conduct all study activities in accordance with the protocol, Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• To provide quality care to participants and their families within the area of clinical specialty.
• To coordinate the life cycle of the study from start-up through maintenance to closure. To manage participant care including recruitment, screening, scheduling, consenting, conducting visits, and collecting various assessments such as adverse event (AE) information or questionnaires.
• To perform the informed consent process following GCP.
• To act as a liaison between the clinical and research staff, departments, ancillary services and the study sponsor to ensure protocol compliance throughout the study.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Annual Salary Range: $60,835 - $98,855

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.

Preferences

• Certification in SOCRA is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of clinical research processes, regulations, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using computer systems for data management and analysis.
• Familiarity with phlebotomy procedures is a plus.

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