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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 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.
POSITION SPECIFICS The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics Hematology Oncology, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a candidate for a Clinical Research Coordinator to facilitate human subjects research. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct human subjects research under general direction of faculty and/or senior research personnel and according to standard protocols or research plans, including consenting potential participants for non-interventional studies.
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration with clinical staff across several departments (e.g., pathology, surgery, translational lab, and infusion clinic) for research specimen collection.
- Process, store and/ or ship study specimens per study-provided protocols.
- May be responsible for the operation of a specialized laboratory or research area within a department and tracking related metrics for data analysis and reporting.
- May oversee day-to-day operations of study projects
- Collect data from multiple sources, recognize and report data discrepancies, and, utilizing REDCap, follow data collection and entry protocols through a series of related detailed steps or processes
- Initiate or contribute data/analysis/design for use in technical reports, documents, proposals, or oral/written presentations
- Prepares reports, drafts manuscripts, and may present data at meetings and conferences
- Train users in equipment operation and research techniques, explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations and outcomes
- As assigned, track study visit related expenses using Penn State's STAR system.
- Track inventory of specimen collection kits and request to order as needed
- May train and oversee lower-level staff, wage employees and/or students
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Clinical Research Coordinator - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Clinical Research Coordinator - Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.Required Certifications:None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
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 - $74,000.00.
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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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