Clinical Research Associate (Finance)

The Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate, conduct and evaluate research related activity for clinical research projects as assigned. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the regulatory component of the clinical trials as well as screening, enrollment and retention of study participants, to coordinate study visits, ensure quality of data collected throughout the research study, and implement the procedures and activities of the assigned study protocols, according to all applicable regulations and regulatory compliance, under the direction of the Principal Investigator and the Director of Clinical Research.This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and one year of professional experience; or Master's degree in an area of specialization appropriate for the program.The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
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Working at USF
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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• Oversees medical or health recruiting and screening protocols, collecting data for research studies. May oversee remote screening locations. Monitors laboratory tests and referrals.
• Recruits and trains assistants who gather data.
• Monitors compliance of study procedures with Federal, state and university regulations.
• Ensures that documents such as eligibility forms and informed consent are appropriately gathered and maintained, HIPAA regulations are followed, and that infection control, and safety procedures are implemented.
• Prepares and maintains regulatory and compliance documents such as IRB applications.
• Interprets rules and regulations pertaining clinical research to ensure compliance in research projects.
• Recommends changes in procedures in order to locate, accept and track clients.
• Collects and analyzes data from clinical trials or other medical screening. Creates data bases based client information or medical records, and analyzes data.
• Collaborates with social workers and professional agencies to provide services related to health conditions.
• Composes and disseminates information on studies to clients and the general public.
• Acts as performance consultant to subcontractors or health departments to produce model quality programs.
• Drafts program reports for publication and/or public dissemination.
• Provides education to clients and clients' families regarding clinical protocols.