Details
Open Date 05/11/2022
Requisition Number PRN30515B
Job Title PS Study Coordinator
Working Title PS Study Coordinator
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40 hours
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Full time.
VP Area President
Department 01738 - HCI ORIEN COLLABORATION
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 31600 to 58400
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Coordinates research and administrative activities in support of the institutional biobanking research initiative: Huntsman Cancer Institute-Total Cancer Care and the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network ( ORIEN .)
Responsibilities
The position involves a variety of tasks such as offering enrollment to patients, coordinating with other team members and the Biorepository, supporting research interest needs of investigators, entering data and other research related tasks. The coordinator works under the direction of the Total Cancer Care Program Manager, with an emphasis in support of the Hematology Cancer Disease Center Investigators. The coordinator may support various projects related to these cancers, attends meeting with both the Disease Center and Total Cancer Care teams as directed, consults with the Total Cancer Care team on project/study issues and/or solicits guidance as necessary. S/he may be cross-trained in processes related to other Disease Centers to provide team coverage when needed. S/he works independently with health care providers and patients.
Essential Functions 1. Coordinates and performs responsibilities such as patient identification, recruitment, obtaining informed consent, and other patient communications in multiple clinics at HCI . May need to be present to meet with scheduled patients as early as 6:00 am as needed. 2. Offer questionnaires to enrolled study participants regularly at the time of consent or via follow-up contact. 3. Maintains information in patient databases and may be responsible for data entry.
4. Recognizes and informs study team of protocol deviations and participates in documentation of deviations. 5. Assists the Total Cancer Care Program Manager with research and team related tasks.
6. Works closely with the Biorepository and Molecular Pathology Shared Resource and investigators and ensures proper collection and processing of specimens.
7. Is responsible to arrange coverage when not present. 8. Performs other responsibilities as required. Problem Solving S/he prioritizes and helps optimize processes needed to achieve study goals. S/he functions independently under minimal supervision. S/he has an understanding of good clinical practice and research processes.
May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents. May ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens. May perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Huntsman Cancer Institute ( HCI ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring individuals whose merit and experience promote a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workforce and culture.
Each employee has a unique background and life experience. We believe that maximizing diversity fuels the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we invite you to share how your background, beliefs, and experience will prepare you to be effective in working in an environment that values diversity and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Learn more about HCI’s commitments at huntsmancancer.org/edi and/or contact HCI’s Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.
Preferences
Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with patients, with other study team members and will be able to perform the essential job functions as outlined in the position description. S/he will be organized and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency required.
Some research experience.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPPA and IRB regulations.
Completion of IRB CITI Course trainings upon hire.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrates the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
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To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu (%20employment@utah.edu) or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
