Clinical Research Coordinator 1

Department

BSD OBG - Lengyel Lab

About the Department

The Lengyel/Kenny laboratory is part of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology/ Section of Gynecologic Oncology, studying the biology of ovarian cancer. The laboratory has about 18 members that study ovarian cancer biology. We use a variety of cutting-edge methods, including spatial proteomics, spatial metabolomics, 3D organotypic cultures of human tissue, spatiotemporal characterization of the immune system, and stable-isotype tracing in patients. Bioinformatic support and access to all Core facilities at the University of Chicago are available in the laboratory.
Our translational research laboratory is in the Center for Integrated Science, a research building on campus that houses 40 independent research groups.
This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

The job performs routine assignments related to the documentation and reporting of basic clinical studies. Supports decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.
The job performs routine assignments related to the documentation, analysis, and reporting of research data. Provides input to support the strategic, administrative, operational, and financial decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.
The Ob/Gyn Lengyel Lab is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator/Analyst I to join its ovarian cancer research team. Specifically, the Clinical Research Analyst I will provide input to support the strategic, administrative, and operational support for translational research. The Clinical Research Analyst I will perform routine assignments related to the documentation, analysis, and reporting of research data.

Responsibilities

• Performs various aspects of clinical research, such as collecting and processing specimens, interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and contributing to the case report.

• Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.

• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.

• Responsible for all aspects of research projects involving patients on IRBs.

• Organizes recruiting, consenting and scheduling research subjects.

• Oversees development and amendments of study protocols.

• Directs collection and analysis of bio specimens collected for clinical trial.

• Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators.

• Develops data collection tools.

• Maintains and builds databases; maintains bio specimen storage.

• Provides general administrative supports including maintenance of documentation.

• Writes and updates all protocols for specimen collection and processing. Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.

• Processing and banking of bio specimens (serum, plasma, ascites, tumor, benign tissues) and extraction of DNA.

• Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision.

• Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology).

Experience:

• Experience working in an Academic Medical Center.

• Experience supporting physicians/faculty.

• Experience supporting leadership positions.

Preferred Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication.

• Organization.

• Problem-solving.

• Collaboration.

• Attention to detail.

• Able to work autonomously.

• Skills with a wide variety of digital collaboration tools (Zoom, MS Teams, Slack, etc.).

• Proficiency with MS Office suite.

Working Conditions

• Ability to use a computer for extended periods.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

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