ClinTran Research Coord II 100 On-Site

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Organization:

Neurology Admin 20

Job Summary:

Job Summary:

The Behavioral and Cognitive Neurology division is a multidisciplinary research team comprised of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of those with neurodegenerative disorders and their families. This division focuses on diagnosis treatment and scientific study of neurodegeneration with a focus on cognitive movement and behavioral disorders. Our team integrates clinical neurology neuropsychology neuroscience neuroimaging and translational research to advance clinical care and treatment options for our patients and their families.


The Behavioral and Cognitive Neurology division is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Translational Research Coordinator II (CTRC 2) to join the team. The coordinator will be responsible for the approval processes and conduct of research protocols such that the integrity and quality of the clinical/translational research is maintained and the research is conducted in accordance with all policies. The CTRC 2 will work closely with investigators clinicians patients caregivers and other team members to support the execution of pharmaceutical-sponsored clinical trials foundation funded observational studies and NIH funded research.


The division is committed to training the next generation of clinicians scientists and research professionals. The division provides extensive education and professional development opportunities for research coordinators neurology residents and fellows graduate students postdoctoral trainees and students exploring careers in neuroscience medicine neuropsychology nursing and more. Team members participate in a variety of experiences including weekly meetings seminars protocol trainings journal clubs observe clinical evaluations non-invasive procedures neuroimaging and cognitive assessments and have opportunities to obtain hands-on experience and training in good clinical practice (GCP) human subjects protections regulatory processes biospecimen handling cognitive testing clinical data collection and others. Additionally there are mentorship opportunities from faculty research managers and other staff.


This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in neurology neuropsychology neuroscience or medicine who want hands-on clinical research experience in a collaborative academic environment. Skills in organization problem solving effective communication and motivation are highly desired. Strong interpersonal skills in empathy and comfort working with individuals with cognitive and movement symptoms is required. This is a fully in-person job with potential occasional evening or weekend hours. Ideally the candidate would have at least 1 year of experience and would already have competency in the foundational skills needed to effectively and independently run clinical research studies.

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BEHAVIORAL & COGNITIVE NEUROLOGY MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENTS

Mission Statement

To improve the lives of patients with cognitive and behavioral disorders their families and society through innovative clinical care research education and community engagement.

Values Statement

To achieve this mission we will develop and maintain a culture that values personal autonomy collaboration and innovation. We will empower those within the division to develop expertise compassion for patients respect for others and passion for their work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Advanced Beginner / Competent):

Understanding and capability to accurately and compliantly perform the procedures required of each study protocol working collaboratively with study participants other staff and departments in safely and accurately performing study procedures such as assessing participant eligibility and recruitment arranging necessary schedules and procedures administering neuropsychological assessments conducting interviews regarding mental health and quality of life tracking medication usage etc.

Basic knowledge and understanding of the implementation coordination management and reporting of clinical/translational research operations.

Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.

Records data from participant interaction onto case report forms (either paper or electronic) with awareness and attention to the requirements for accuracy completeness and timeliness. Attends to query resolution in a timely manner.

Assures research information is collected and stored in a manner that is compliant with regulations/policies and good clinical practice.

Participates in the ongoing informed consent process ensuring that human subjects their families and other health care providers clearly understand what is expected of and from them in the course of participating in a clinical/translational trial.

Engages in open communication with participants by providing them with contact information and being available to answer address or refer their calls.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of policies procedures and regulations governing human subjects research and incorporates them in the conduct of research.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the Federal regulations and guidelines governing the protection of human subjects e.g. FDA OHRP GCP/ICH and HIPAA regulations.

Proficiently prepares and processes new IRB research proposals amendments continuing review applications and adverse event reports according to institutional and departmental policies and procedures and federal regulations.

Accurately and compliantly prepares and maintains documents required to be maintained internally and available for regulatory authorities and/or the sponsor prior to during and after the conduct of a clinical/translational trial. Participates in periodic site visits from sponsor regulatory authorities and others to review research source documentation and research procedures.

Participates in the determination of eligible candidates for study participation assuring participants fulfill eligibility requirements. Strives to ensure studies are completed in a timely manner through implementing effective screening and recruitment strategies and completing required documentation.

Knowledgeable of the safety reporting requirements of the study protocol IRB FDA and other regulatory a timely fashion monitors detects and reports adverse events meeting requirements of regulatory bodies. Coordinates activities and gathers information from a variety of sources to achieve stated outcomes.

Serves as an advocate for human subjects by establishing and maintaining communication with Investigators research staff Sponsors participants and representatives of professional organizations participant advocates and the public responsible for or concerned about protections for human participants of research and through ongoing monitoring of trial processes and participants.

Performs or instructs others in performing procedures for research as they are described in the protocol deviating from the protocol only when a subjects safety is at risk and reporting as required by policy regulations or protocol to the sponsor and regulatory agencies.

Actively identifies and participates in training education and development activities to improve own knowledge and performance to sustain and enhance professional development. Pursues avenues to ensure awareness of the latest information available to coordinators conducting clinical/translational research (i.e. literature searchers research seminars in-services etc.).

Demonstrates initiative for continuous learning both self-directed and as evidenced by attendance of educational and professional development opportunities. Actively seeks new learning opportunities seeing learning as part of work.

Participates in research related programs such as the Clinical/translational Research Staff Council and its activities by submitting issues or suggesting solutions and reviewing Council information by attending meetings open to research staff and by sharing information with other research personnel.

Actively seeks new learning opportunities seeing learning as a part of work. Develops and achieves personal and professional goals.

Attends and actively participates in weekly meetings. Attends meetings well prepared to give a summary of the operations of their ongoing studies.

Our Academic Enterprise is one of the nations longest serving and most prestigious academic medical centers. Through its historic bond with Vanderbilt University and integral role in the School of Medicine Vanderbilt Health cultivates distinguished research and educational programs to advance a clinical enterprise that provides compassionate and personalized care and support for millions of patients and family members each year.

World-leading academic departments and comprehensive centers of excellence pursue scientific discoveries and transformational educational and clinical advances across the entire spectrum of health and disease.

Aligning with Vanderbilt HealthsStrategic Directions the Office of Research providesshared research resourcesadministrative expertiseand professional guidance to enablethetrans-disciplinary environment and highly collaborative culture that advances discovery and training forall the research faculty trainees students and staff.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies ones own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies tools and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

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Work Experience :

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

1 year

Education :

Bachelors

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