Research Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

The Non-Treatment Research Operations (NTRO) Team in the Cancer Center Office of Clinical Research (OCR) at the University of Virginia is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (varying levels) to conduct a variety of clinical trial activities. Duties will include working with research participants, processing laboratory specimens, data entry, record keeping, materials preparation, and reviewing of prospective research participants. Clinical Research Coordinators will also assist with clinical trial-related activities, recruit, screen, and consent potential study participants, schedule study visits, prepare and maintain study documentation, collect data at study visits, and manage all data collected. Individuals seeking this position must have strong organization skills, have the ability to problem-solve, work well in a team environment, have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong assessment skills and demonstrate an ability to learn new information quickly.

The NTRO Team specifically manages studies that do not involve a new treatment for cancer. Many of our studies require collection of biospecimens, surveys, and/or data to be entered by the Clinical Research Coordinator. Clinical Research Coordinators will also be required to pre-screen clinics to determine patient eligibility.

Job Duties include:

• Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants who meet research criteria for multiple clinical trials in the Cancer Center.
• Obtain informed consent from study participants and maintain telephone and in-person contact as needed. Notify Principal Investigator and supervisor of subject status.
• Collect subject data, enter data, and compile reports, adhering to proper research protocols.
• Prepare documentation, keep appropriate logs, track participants, and prepare study materials.
• Process, prepare, and ship laboratory specimens.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

CRC 1 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: None. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

CRC 2 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

CRC 3 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical research experience required. Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of clinical research experience.

Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is preferred at the time of hire and is required within one year.

CRC 4 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: At least seven years of clinical research experience demonstrating progressive levels of responsibility and complexity of work. Master’s or other advanced degree may substitute for one year of clinical research experience.

Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is required within one year of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

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This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Additional Requirements

Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0088754. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Academic Recruiter at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.