Associate Clinical Research Coordinator Dr Ehlers Lab

Receives direction from principal investigator supervisor or other staff involved in research protocol(s). Interacts with various departments within the institution. Works cooperatively with other investigators and personnel at all levels. Interacts with research participants other research centers and sponsoring companies to resolve problems and ensure efficient completion of research studies.

Position Overview:
Coordinates non-therapeutic (i.e. minimal risk survey chart review) clinical research protocols with direction from the principal investigator and/or supervisor in compliance with regulatory laws and institutional guidelines. May assist in complex (i.e. interventional therapeutic greater than minimal risk) studies with direction but does not have overall responsibility for these studies. Screens enrolls and recruits research participants. Coordinates schedules and monitors research activities and subject participation. Recognizes adverse events protocol deviations and other unanticipated problems and reports appropriately. Collects abstracts and enters research data. Performs administrative and regulatory duties related to the study as assigned. Some travel may be required.

Protocol Development and Maintenance Activities Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: ongoing management of the protocol document and process through editing amendments proofing coordination of study logistics (i.e. data collection booklets use of CRU etc.) and verification of content to meet institutional and federal standards; Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission; and communication with study sites and/or federal agencies regarding study status changes. Participates in other protocol development activities and executes other assignments as warranted and assigned.

Other job duties:

Participate in upkeep of lab equipment and scheduled maintenance.

Maintain lab inventory to ensure replacement of equipment as needed.

Motivated individuals will be provided opportunities to contribute to data analysis and dissemination through published manuscripts and local or national presentations

Note that Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the OPT Stem extension program.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Required:
HS Diploma with at least 3 years of experience OR Associates degree/college Diploma/Certificate Program with at least 1 year of experience Associates in Clinical Research from an accredited academic institution without experience OR Bachelors degree. Experience should be in the clinical setting or related experience.

Additional Experience and/or Qualifications: (Has Achieved Competency in the Following Areas Job Knowledge and Additional Considerations):
Graduate or diploma from a study coordinator training program is preferred. One year of clinical research experience is preferred. Medical terminology course is preferred.

Licensure/Certification Required:
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or equivalent in kinesiology exercise science or related field.

• Individuals with previous experience in graded exercise testing or cardiopulmonary exercise testing