Job Information
Trinity Health Clinical Research Coordinator in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Position Summary:
Coordinates and participates in clinical research studies conducted by principal investigator(s) at Trinity Health Grands Rapids & Trinity Health Muskegon, including a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation and analysis of clinical research data, and oversees the screening for recruitment of research participants. Maintains 24-hour responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of clinical research studies including communication regarding protocol changes, completion of records, and IRB applications.
What the Clinical Research Coordinator will need:
Graduation from an accredited degree program in a clinical field such as Registered Nurse (RN) BSN or equivalent background and experience, plus two years of clinical trial research experience.
Current valid Michigan licensure or certification in specialty field (Registered Nurse) as applicable. CPR certification or acquisition within 90 days of employment.
Successful completion of department based research orientation program upon hire. Two (2) years prior clinical trial experience. Prior experience in clinical monitoring or as a study coordinator required.
What the Clinical Research Coordinator will do:
Coordinates and participates in clinical research studies conducted by principal investigators at Trinity Health Grands Rapids & Trinity Health Muskegon, including study start up, participating in a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation and analysis of clinical research data. Assists in the determination of guidelines for the collection of clinical data and/or administration of clinical studies.
Ensures compliance with study protocols, regulatory agency guidelines, and identification of inconsistencies and monitoring of patient progress including completion of documentation and reporting of adverse events. Prepares IRB applications, amendments to protocols, annual reports and serves as point person to IRB in absence of PI.
Coordinates and implements procedures to support the collection of data from processes and procedures to collect data from source documents including (but not limited to) patient records, interviews, questionnaires and surveys, tests and other sources. Skilled in document coding, evaluation and interpretation of data. Preparation of study related regulatory documents as well as acquisition and preparation of study samples, cultures, tissues and other lab specimens for transport to study sponsors.
Evaluates and interprets clinical data and preparation of presentations, papers, reports and analyses in conjunction with principal investigator(s). Collaborates on preparation of manuscripts for publication and opportunities for the development of investigator-initiated studies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran