Job Description

Title: Clinical Research Coordinator III

Employee Classification: Clinical Research Coord III

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers

Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary

The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating the Alzheimer Biomarkers Consortium - Down Syndrome (ABC-DS) project. As coordinator of this study incumbent initiates and aids in the creation of new procedures and protocols for our team. Creates systems for tracking our metrics and cohort, assists with recruitment and retention of participants, trains and supervises staff, and manages the daily operations for our clinical components.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced MS Office skills
• Ability to work under pressure, to adjust to constant changes, and to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to keep complex records, to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats
• Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively
• Ability to work on complex and confidential tasks utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness
• Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships
• Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Serve as the coordinator for the ABC-DS NIH Funded study.
• Provide quality checks for obtained research data.
• Provide daily supervision of personnel working on the study.
• Provide input into the daily workings of the study.
• Provides updates, as well as, direct input into protocol issues and refinement.
• Collect and provide feedback to scientists on performance metrics of this study.
• Maintain protocol compliance and requirements.
• Perform basic medical duties such as collection of vitals, ECGs, and other procedures as needed.
• Participate in monitoring visits, remote monitoring visits, and site initiation visits.
• Prepares reports and provides weekly updates to PI and study doctors.
• Assist with recruitment of participants and project metrics.
• Assists with recruitment and retention of participants.
• Create systems for tracking our metrics and cohort. Metric reporting.

Physical Requirements

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday On-Site 8a-5p

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Job Tags

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