Req #: 233935Department: DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE: METABOLISMPosting Date: 05/05/2024Closing Info:
Open Until FilledSalary: $5,500 - $6,300 per monthShift: First ShiftNotes:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701a11y.pdf )As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.The Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition (MET) has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator position within the Bjornstad Laboratory. Housed within the UW Medicine Diabetes Institute at the UW South Lake Union campus, the Bjornstad laboratory focuses on metabolic and hemodynamic mechanisms underlying the development of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Type 1 (T1D) and Type 2 (T2D) diabetes and obesity.The responsibilities of the Research Coordinator (RC) position is to manage the development, oversight, and execution of research studies of the Bjornstad program. Under the direction of the Research Manager, the RC will have minimal supervision in performing assignments. The candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and utilize their resourcefulness, independent problem-solving skills, excellent time management skills, attention to detail, and negotiating skills and be adept at communicating priorities about the projects. The RC will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Co-Investigators, Research Manager, other Research Coordinators, Regulatory Coordinators, collaborators, and study stakeholders to execute these various studies.POSITION COMPLEXITIES:
This position requires operational knowledge of the University of Washington, a firm understanding of the research process, diabetic kidney disease, diabetes and an ability to integrate this knowledge with research priorities to implement program goals. The Bjornstad laboratory research supports a diverse portfolio of clinical research studies with focus on diabetic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and obesity, a portfolio of early to late phase clinical trials, and both drug and device interventional studies. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience as a Research Coordinator in diabetes technology and pharma studies. This position is managed by and reports to Senior Clinical Research Coordinator and the Clinical Research Program Manager.The UW Medicine Diabetes Institute and the Bjornstad Lab are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community ( https://endocrinology.uw.edu/diversity ). We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds or interests align with this commitment.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Protocol Management - 50%
With minimal guidance implement research project procedures that meet research objectives and ensure compliance with all aspects of Institution and federal regulations. This position will be responsible for all aspects of multiple clinical trials, including patient recruitment and management, study data collection and management, and study administration.
Develop, document, and maintain procedures for patient registration and activities, and protocol implementation to ensure that research execution meets Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
Coordinate and conduct study visits and activities, record and collect study data, complete data entry, maintain study source records, and resolve queries based on source documentation.
Work with Senior Research Coordinators and Research Manager to develop and implement study tools and source documents, maintain regulatory documents, and review and complete regulatory submissions to Institutional Review Boards and other regulatory and reviewing boards.
Work collaboratively with the research team (faculty, postdoctoral fellows, research coordinators, research manager, health care specialists) to ensure that projects are executed successfully and completed within the required time frames to meet research objectives and metrics.Data & Patient Management – 30%
Responsible for facilitating and tracking study visits, tests, and procedures in accordance with the protocol, ensuring billing compliance, and accurate and complete data collection, including informed consent forms and source documentation.
Obtain, abstract, and code clinical information from multiple sources (medical records, research records, etc) for research participants in order to enter data into study specific data capture systems, and to document, assess, and report adverse events and safety data to study investigators, sponsors, IRB’s and other regulatory authorities when applicable.
Work with monitors and sponsors to facility study site visits, and, and with limited guidance to develop and implement corrective action plans to ensure protocol adherence, and data integrity, and to resolve queries in a timely manner.Communication & Administration – 20%
A good working knowledge of each protocol, and familiarity with patient populations, diseases, and clinical service line operations necessary to manage assigned study portfolio.
Effective and timely communication with industry sponsors and sponsor affiliates, physicians, clinical service lines, and patients is an essential part of this position.
This position will independently manage multiple projects simultaneously, routinely work under specific timelines or deadlines, with specific timelines or to meet deadlines, and often may require a high degree of prioritization and adaptability. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field or equivalent combination of education and Two years work related experience.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
At least two years of experience to including:
Prior experience in an academic research environment, clinical research, laboratory research, project coordination, research data collection related to human health.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Knowledge of research involving human subjects, implementation and analysis, excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently, self-starter, take on a leadership role whilst also being a team player; to maintain positive vision, sense of humor, and flexibility; to multi-task as priorities change, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ability to multitask with competing priorities, independent problem-solving skills, and excellent time-management skills. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience or knowledge working in a clinical setting.
Certification in Good Clinical Practice.
Human subjects ethics training.
DMID source document and regulatory document training, HIPAA and other clinical research training.
Experience with EPIC/ORCA/MINDSCAPE/MAX/LIS record systems. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.