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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Medicine, in Hershey, PA is seeking a dedicated full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to lead the day-to-day operations of a NIH-funded Sleep-Cardiovascular study. This role is critical in ensuring the study remains on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of clinical integrity.
Key responsibilities:
- Participant Coordination: Lead all phases of participant engagement, including recruitment, screening, scheduling, and obtaining informed consent. Manage participant retention strategies and oversee compensation.
- Data Oversight: Manage data collection and monitor incoming study data for analysis; ensure data consistency and integrity across all datasets.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain regulatory binders and coordinate closely with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure protocol compliance and timely submissions.
- Study Management: Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflow processes to ensure study milestones and project timelines are met.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in REDCap data entry and experience working with an Institutional Review Board (IRB). It is important that the candidate has experience working with a team. The candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to multi-task.
This position requires a bachelor's degree and 1+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This is a limited-term position with possibility of refunding.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.Required Certifications:None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $67,300.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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