Description
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Full Time Research Coordinator to support the Center for Family Planning!
The Center for Family Planning Research (CFPR) at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital conducts clinical research focused primarily on the development and advancement of contraceptive methods and products for HIV prevention. Overall, our work will help women and men avoid unintended pregnancies. See more on our website!
This position will work Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm with some weekends. This opportunity may support remote options! Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
This position is grant funded.
The Research Operations Coordinator will be responsible for coordination of research studies conducted by the Center for Family Planning Research including interactions with study investigators, funders and laboratory personnel, supervising clinical research assistants, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate research studies conducted by the Center for Family Planning. This involves development of protocols, source documents, visit checklists and SOPs, recruitment of subjects for research studies and data management, regulatory submissions, quality control and analysis.
- Some basic labwork may be necessary, such as phlebotomy and centrifuging blood.
- Responsible for interaction with the study investigators, funders, and laboratory personnel including ongoing verbal and written communication, and managing study sponsor monitoring visits.
- Supervise assigned research personnel and provide direct input to the Director, in matters related to workload and individual staff performance.
Qualifications
- BSN or BS in related field required, Master's degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in clinical research.
- Experience with multi-cultural populations and gynecology preferred
- Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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