Research Study Coordinator 1-OBGYN
Memphis, TN - USA
Job Summary
Market Range: 08
Hiring Salary: $21.69/Hourly
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION FUNDED UNTIL JUNE 30 2027
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a highly motivated and independent Research Study Coordinator 1. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in womens health and clinical research particularly those planning to apply to graduate health professional programs or residency training. The Research Study Coordinator 1 works closely with faculty and research teams to support ongoing clinical and health services research projects with opportunities for mentorship professional development and clinical exposure.
Responsibilities
- Conducts weekly and daily screening of patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings to assess whether they meet study eligibility criteria.
- Prepares consent forms eligibility checklists and other recruitment materials to present to Labor and Delivery Triage or other various outpatient clinics to consent and enroll patients.
- Interacts with patients nursing staff and advance practice practitioners as part of the consenting and enrollment process.
- Assists with regular record-keeping of enrollment numbers protocol deviations and adverse events.
- Assists in the collection transport and storage of biological specimens.
- Conducts data collection via medical record abstraction observation survey or interview.
- Observes surgical and clinical procedures for research purposes.
- Engages in literature reviews data analysis manuscript writing and research presentations.
- Attends departmental and project specific research meetings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:Bachelors Degree. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE:One (1) year relevant work experience; ORa Masters Degree will be accepted in lieu of experience; ORcombination of education and experience to equal five (5) years.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read and interpret research protocols.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of basic medical terms and how a health system operates.
- Ability to be flexible with work hours to ensure that surgical specimens are collected in a timely fashion.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings and weekends. May require occasional overnight travel.
Required Experience:
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About Company
The University of Tennessee System serves all 95 counties and improves lives statewide through the work of five campuses and two institutes.