The Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute (HHRI) has a current opening for an experienced Research Coordinator to work a 10am - 6pm shift and support the research being conducted by Fred Apple, PhD at Hennepin Healthcare's HCMC.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will work in the Cardiac Biomarker Trials Laboratory (CBTL) in the division of Pathology onsite at HCMC. CBTL performs clinical, applied and basic research investigations focusing on biomarkers of myocardial injury, SARS CoV-2, heart failure, stroke, diabetes, and Traumatic Brian Injury.

The Research Coordinator will provide comprehensive study coordination, facilitate project development, and contribute to successful project execution. The research coordinator will perform phlebotomies, data entry, informed consent, specimen processing and specimen testing on Point of Care analyzers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This position will involve more than one protocol or project and thus involve some or all of the functions listed here.

• Recruits, identifies and interviews participants.
  • Obtain informed consent
  • Schedule and conduct study visits
  • Administer and score psychological, intellectual, and/or other medical assessments and tests per protocol or project.
  • Set-up and operate various scientific apparatus and systems to gather patient reported outcomes as required by the protocol or project.
  • Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, tracks collected specimens as defined by the protocol or project.
  • Obtain other biological specimens including oral and stool specimens
  • Coordinate delivery and analysis of biological samples with laboratory personnel
  • Accurately disburse funds to study participants
• Routinely coordinate daily activities associated with administering sponsored research projects.
  • Organize meeting and conference calls
  • Attend meetings
  • Meeting minutes and distribution
  • Be proactive in identifying problems and devising solutions
• Documents and consistently maintains detailed records and research data files.
  • Assist with data entry and data cleaning
  • Reviews data quality and accuracy on a regular basis
  • Produce routine reports
  • Schedule training as needed
• Compile and maintain regulatory documents.
  • Work with local IR, other IRBs and investigators to obtain and maintain regulatory approvals
• Track study supplies.
  • To include equipment, study materials, drug/equipment supply as necessary
  • Maintain supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needs; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Support the Research Project Manager and/or PI as requested
  • Address participant problems and concerns
  • Assist in training of research assistants and staff if required.
• Provide back-up coverage for other staff if the need arises.
• Handle and protect confidential and sensitive data with integrity.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Education/Experience:

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be a baccalaureate degree and one (1) year of experience preferably in a related area and/or in clinical research. A Phlebotomy certificate and one (1) year related phlebotomy and/or laboratory experience in a medical and/or research setting is preferred.

Skill, Knowledge & Ability (SKA):

Requires interaction with a diverse population. Knowledge of medical terminology, the collection and processing of lab specimens, and clinical laboratory procedures, techniques, and standards. Must have the ability to follow standard operating procedures and techniques for a medical laboratory when performing tests. Ability to work with minimal supervision and be highly organized and efficient. Possess good manual dexterity to handle specimens. Ability to maintain strict adherence to research protocols. Must maintain appropriate training/certification as required by varied research protocols. Must have knowledge of proper telephone etiquette and be responsive to customer needs. Demonstrated knowledge of PC's and software applications. Displays high standards of attendance and punctuality. Previous data entry experience and Hazmat certification preferred.

MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT

AA/EOE of Minorities, Women, Disabilities, Veterans