Research Coordinator 1 - Tang Lab

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Job Title

Research Coordinator I NE - Tang Lab

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

RES Heart Blood and Kidney Research-Research Innov and Educ

Job Code

D99967

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:30am-5:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.  

The Tang Lab focuses on advancing precision cardiovascular research by investigating the underlying biological mechanisms of heart failure and cardiomyopathy. Through clinical studies, advanced cardiovascular phenotyping, molecular biology, genomics, biomarker discovery, and translational research, the lab aims to improve early disease detection, risk stratification, and the development of targeted therapies to improve patient outcomes. As a Research Coordinator I, you will play an important role in enrolling patients in clinical trials, conducting study visits, collecting questionnaires, and performing research-related procedures. In this role, you will interact directly with patients throughout the screening, enrollment, and study visit processes, helping increase their understanding of their disease and the impact of research on future patient care. You will have opportunities to enhance your research skills and contribute to identifying new avenues for treatment.

Read more about the Tang lab: https://www.lerner.ccf.org/heart-blood-kidney/tang/

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (flexible)

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Assist with coordinating the compliant implementation and conduct of human subject research projects.
• Maintain regulatory documents and binders, conduct data management, complete IRB submissions, and communicate with the research team.
• Report and complete serious adverse events and/or safety logs.
• Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
• Collaborate with primary investigators, sponsors, and research caregivers to plan, conduct, and evaluate project protocols, including research subject recruitment.
• Schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring visits, and close-out visits.
• Plan, conduct, and evaluate project protocols and research subject recruitment.
• Monitor and report project status and research data.
• Complete regulatory documents, data capture, monitoring plans, and protocol-related activities.
• Assist with preparing for and responding to audits and maintaining research tools.
• Screen patients for study eligibility based on established inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Discuss research studies with patients and obtain informed consent for participation.
• Perform phlebotomy for research purposes.
• Process blood and urine research samples (training provided).
• Perform various study procedures, including questionnaire administration, vital signs assessment, and EKGs (training provided).
• Maintain study regulatory binders.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:   

• High School Diploma or GED and two years of clinical research or healthcare experience 
• OR Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare or a science-related field 

• Demonstrated proficiency with various computer-based skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, data entry, and EPIC) 

• Within 90 days of hire, must successfully complete certification in Human Subjects Research as required by the Responsible Conduct of Research guidelines adopted by Cleveland Clinic 

• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare or a science-related field 
• Phlebotomy certified

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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