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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Clinical Research Coordinator A
Job Profile Title
Clinical Research Coordinator A
Job Description Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator A will assist in the management of multiple clinical trials and responsibilities in specific research areas. Coordinate the screening of patients and subject enrollment for one or more federally-funded studies in a fast-paced inpatient hospital setting; screen/enroll eligible subjects 5 days/week, in-person; obtain informed consent from study subjects or their proxies (in-person or by phone); human specimen collection (anatomical and environmental swabs) with hospital subjects; specimen collection from healthcare workers and other hospital staff; coordinate specimen tracking and drop off with research laboratory staff; coordinate study operations with staff; ensure protocol compliance; data abstraction from medical records; data entry, maintain patient and data tracking system; participate in the development of study materials and procedures; participate in weekly research team meetings. This position involves working in the hospital and spending the majority of the workday on the hospital units. This position also involves collection and coordination of biological samples with transport to the microbiology laboratory as well as coordination of study activities with data management. Collection and coordination of biological samples require extreme flexibility within the daily work schedule. This position reports directly to the study’s project manager. This position may require flexibility to work occasional nights/weekends.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Determination of subject eligibility upon detailed review of medical chart via EPIC; assembling study enrollment packets.
- Approach all eligible subjects every weekday and obtain informed consent.
- Collection of multiple sets of human or environmental specimens on two hospital units (nose, throat, groin swabs and hand cultures)
- Medical Chart Abstraction (using multiple hospital databases) - Data to be collected will include: patient demographics, clinical and laboratory data, vital signs, medications.Data Entry into study database / database management
- Coordination of biological specimen collection and transport that involves labeling & organizing specimens; Attend web-based or in-person meeting to discuss data
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
The appointment will run through December 31, 2026. Continuation beyond this date may be possible if additional funding becomes available.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required and 1-2 years research experience of related experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience required); clinical experience preferred. Familiarity with medical abbreviations and antibiotics a plus; Ability to work with greater independence also with regard to decision-making. Proficient in Microsoft Windows including MS Word/Excel/Access; REDCap database and hospital databases, like EPIC familiarity preferred. Must have a driver’s license; access to a car is a plus. Must have the ability to work independently and be detail oriented with excellent communication and interpersonal skills; highly organized; attentive to detail. Ability to interact well with study subjects and their household members is required. This position requires flexibility to work occasional nights/weekends. Flexibility is also required in terms of being able to shift the work schedule (e.g., 9am-5pm, or 10am-6pm, or 12pm-8pm) depending on the workflow and subject appointment cancellations and rescheduling that often occurs.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$47,313.00 - $47,313.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours:Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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