Research Study Coordinator

Job Description

The Division of Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Study Coordinator 1 to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Interventional Trials Manager, the Research Study Coordinator will support multiple translational and clinical research studies focused on lung infection, inflammation, immunity, and fibrosis in the Translational and Interventional Trials Research Group at University of Washington Medical Center within the University of Washington’s Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine.

The training requirement for this position includes UW Medicine-specific and other training such as Human Subjects Training, Good Clinical Practice, HIPPA, biosafety, bloodborne pathogens etc. and will be provided during position onboarding.  The Research Study Coordinator will primarily work at the University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake Campus and occasionally at Harborview Medical Center.  This position will require handling of human biospecimens in a class II Biosafety Cabinet. 

Key Responsibilities:

The specific duties are divided as follows:

Research Subject Screening for Eligibility and Enrollment - 50%

• Screening of University of Washington Medical Center patients through the electronic medical record (EMR) on Epic
• Assessment of research study eligibility per protocol’s inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Obtainment of informed consent with research subjects or their legal next of kin
• Coordination of biological sample collection (e.g. respiratory samples, blood, urine, tissue)
• Close interaction with clinical providers to ensure patient safety and protocol adherence
• Leading the establishment of improved screening workflows in collaboration with study teams and clinical staff
• Managing study regulatory compliance, including compliance with all aspects of Institution and sponsor regulations pertaining to clinical research in human subjects

Specimen Processing and Management - 30%

• Leading processing of human biospecimens (e.g. respiratory, blood, tissue, and urine samples) in accordance with established protocols 
• Tracking available human subject biospecimens in existing electronic data capture and sample management databases and confirm that all specimens have been obtained in compliance with approved consent process.   
• Shipping of study specimens and obtaining research specimens from outside researchers in compliance with institution and federal regulations.
• Establishing biospecimen processing protocols as needed

Data Entry and Management– 20%

• Data abstraction from the EMR
• Data entry in study-specific electronic data capture software (e.g. REDCap)
• Organizing and tracking of samples using existing sample management databases (e.g. Freezerworks)
• Performing basic database queries to identify specimens and execute sample pulls for analysis
• Database cleaning and organization
• Preparation of basic reports for study Investigators

Required Qualifications:

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience performing work in support of clinical, biomedical, or behavioral research studies involving human subject.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be willing to work with hospitalized patients at the University of Washington Medical Center- Montlake and Harborview Medical Center.
• The individual must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• The individual must have demonstrated problem-solving skills, strong detail orientation, and ability to adeptly manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of the clinical/translational research interaction, this position must have the ability to work with various individual working styles and organizational systems is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Laboratory skills strongly preferred (e.g. pipetting, handling human biospecimens, working in BSL2 environment)
• Clinical research operations experience preferred.
• Data management experience preferred.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45,144.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$57,252.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.