Clinical Research Coordinator – Cellular Therapy and Transplant Section Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Day (United States of America)Clinical Research Coordinator IISeeking Breakthrough MakersChildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.

CHOP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionCHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children. We strongly encourage candidates of all races, colors, ethnicities, religions, perspectives, sexes, backgrounds, and lived experiences to apply.

A Brief OverviewThe CHOP Cellular Therapy and Transplant Section (CTTS) is seeking candidates with relevant experience to join our clinical research team! Your work will directly impact our families journey. We offer a unique and exciting multi-disciplinary environment in which to work. Applicants for this position must have demonstrated excellent qualifications, be able to work independently, be flexible and want to work in a team. CTTS treats a variety of diseases utilizing hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPC), genetically modified HPC and immune effector cells (IEC). Diseases treated include certain types of cancer, disordersof the blood and immune system as well as a wide variety of other rare disorders and syndromes. This position will be responsible for supporting research studies in these key treatment areas.

The successful candidate will be part of the CTTS multidisciplinary team that implements outstanding cutting edge clinical, translational and outcomes research while providing outstanding clinical care to the patients and families we serve. Areas of research include alternative donor transplants, gene therapy, CAR T cells, and other novel cellular therapies including viral CTLs for treatment of a variety viral diseases. Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary for this position as well as the ability to multitask and work in a fast passed often demanding environment. You can learn more about CTTS at: https://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/cellular-therapy-and-transplant-section.

Forbes has ranked CHOP the #1 employer in Pennsylvania. Check out this 4-minute video to get a sense of what it’s like to work here: https://youtu.be/cvoCGrB6W2w. We are committed to a culture of diversity in all its forms. We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and other perks. We take mentorship and career growth seriously. BMT is a mission-oriented team that needs and rewards great talent.

What you will doCore responsibilitiesAdhere to an IRB approved protocolParticipate in the informed consent process of study subjectsSupport the safety of clinical research patients/research participantsCoordinate protocol related research procedures, study visits, and follow-up careScreen, recruit and enroll patients/research participantsMaintain study source documentsReport adverse eventsUnderstand good clinical practice (GCP) and regulatory complianceEducate subjects and family on protocol, study intervention, etc.

Comply with Institutional policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelinesMust comply with federal, state, and sponsor policiesRelated responsibilitiesPrepare, manage, submit, and maintain essential regulatory documents (e.g. IRB, FDA, etc.) and remain aware of the regulatory status for projects within scope of roleRegister study on ClinicalTrial.gov as appropriateComplete case report forms (paper & electronic data capture) and address queriesFacilitate pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, and monitoring visit as appropriateFacilitate study close out activities as appropriateCoordinate research/project team meetingsCollect, process and ship laboratory specimensSchedule subject visits and proceduresRetain records/archive documents after study close outAdditional Responsibilities may includeManage study finances including sponsor invoicing & resolving study subject billing issuesDevelop advertisement materialsAct as liaison for research subject, investigator, IRB, sponsor, and healthcare professionalsOrganize and/or run study-related meetings locally or across teams (for multi-site projects)Support study team communications and outreachProvide training to junior staff on conduct of research studiesDocument investigational product (drug/device) accountabilitySelf-monitor and self-audit responsibilitiesDevelop informed consent document and/or draft or edit IRB protocols or related documents such as study administration manualsMaintain Clinical Trial.govDevelop Case Report FormsAssignments to include more complex studiesEducation QualificationsBachelor’s Degree RequiredMaster’s Degree in a related field PreferredExperience QualificationsAt least two (2) years of clinical/research coordination experience RequiredAt least three (3) years of clinical/research coordination experience PreferredSkills and AbilitiesBasic knowledge of IRB and human subject protectionExcellent verbal and written communications skillsStrong time management skillsAbility to collaborate with stakeholders at all levelsTo carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, professionals working onsite-at any CHOP location, for any portion of time-must be vaccinated for

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$56,890.00•$71,110.00 AnnuallySalary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you’re working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly•At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP’s Compensation and Benefits.

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