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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

The Clinical Research Coordinator II handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.

+ Provides guidance to less experienced staff.

+ Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol.

+ Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance.

+ Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.

+ Supervises collection of study specimens and processing.

+ Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinates other services as needed.

+ Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.

+ Prepares regulatory submissions.

+ With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy or diagnostics.

+ Performs related approved responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience.

+ Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience.

+ Or a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience.

+ Or a Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience.

+ Or a Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.

This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The Research Coordinator will join the Sleep Epidemiology Research Group, led by Dr. Dayna Johnson, and will primarily support the ARISE study—a funded research study focused on sleep measurement and understanding the determinants and health consequences of sleep problems. The coordinator may also contribute to other related studies. This position involves direct participant interaction, data collection, and fieldwork. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently in a research setting.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Recruit, screen, and schedule research participants.

+ Write protocols.

+ Conduct research visits in participant homes and at Emory University, including administeringquestionnaires and collecting physical data.

+ Complete data collection protocols, including:

+ Initializing and retrieving air, light, and noise monitoring devices

+ Providing instructions on the use of sleep monitors and ambulatory blood pressure monitors

+ Collecting, processing, and mailing saliva samples

+ Perform blood draws on participants (phlebotomy); formal training will be provided.

+ Collaborate with a team member to conduct evening and weekend field visits (typically 3–4 hours, twice per month).

+ Ensure protocol adherence and data quality; review and grade data under the guidance of Dr. Johnson or the project manager. Process participant incentives.

+ Coordinate and mail study results (sleep and cardiovasc their healthcare providers.

+ Assist with additional research-related tasks as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Master’s degree in Public Health or a related field required.

+ Experience working with health disparity populations is strongly preferred.

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols.

+ Familiarity with IRB policies and research ethics.

+ Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to participant homes (mileage reimbursed).

+ Availability to work evenings and weekends (required).

+ Interest in sleep research and community-based health studies.

+ Willingness to be trained in and perform phlebotomy.

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice toemployee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Job Number** _149973_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Division** _School Of Public Health_

**Department** _SPH: Epidemiology_

**Job Category** _Clinical Research_

**Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**_Location : Name_** _Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_

**Remote Work Classification** _No Remote_

**Health and Safety Information** _Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials_