Clinical Research Coordinator II - Orthopedics & Rehab

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II to perform clinical research in conjunction with one or more specified clinical research protocols.

This position will be in support of the Department of Orthopedics & Rehab at the Brooke Army Medical Center, located on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX. The primary study the CRC II will support is a study evaluating if the effect of ankle joint lavage on the risk of post-traumatic arthritis and patient outcomes following high-enery pilon fractures.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Writes protocol applications and consent forms for Institutional Review Boards.
• Prepares and submits required institution and federal documentation for the conduct of the trial.
• Manages regulatory issues for all programs upon receipt of IRB approval. This includes preparing any addenda and/or annual progress reports, submitting adverse event/safety information to the IRB, updating/maintaining regulatory requirements such as updated investigator CVs, changes in principal investigator, FDA form 1572, etc. Also, maintains accurate, regulatory-compliant program/study binders.
• Coordinates efforts involved in the protocol approval process, ensuring accurate completion of the appropriate paperwork prior to study intervention.
• Responsible for administrative oversight and coordinates communication across study sites.
• Coordinates all aspects of study activities including participant scheduling, enrollments, and follow ups, as well as data collection, entry, and maintenance.
• Coordinates with the clinical site investigators to ensure all necessary data is collected during each post-operative clinical appointment.
• Obtains synovial fluid samples from the operating room and perform the logging, initial processing, and storage of all samples, as well as shipping of samples to a local laboratory for analysis once a complete set of samples has been obtained.
• Will complete data entry into RedCAP.
• May require candidate to work outside of the core business hours on an as needed basis.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Physiology, Nursing, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of all applicable federal and military regulations regarding the use of human subjects in research.
• Must be familiar with Institutional Review Board activities and actions.
• Must be able to set and meet deadlines.
• Must have great interpersonal skills.
• Must be an effective communicator.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a Clinic setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $57,650-$70,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.