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**Must be local to Overland Park, KS!**

Job Title: Research Coordinator
Company: Stiles Eyecare Excellence
Location: You must be local to Overland Park, KS (this position is on-site at our office - NO option for remote work!)

**Clinical research experience AND ophthalmology experience required**

Perks:

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Competitive Base Pay
  

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • You must have open availability to work any/all shifts within these hours.
  • You may need to work a little earlier and/or later as needed.
    

Company: Stiles Eyecare Excellence
Job Title: Research Coordinator
Department: Clinical Research
Reports To: Clinical Research Manager
Location: This position is fully on-site at our office in Overland Park, KS.

SUMMARY:

To provide clinical research support for studies involving human subjects including administration; project implementation, meeting support, quality assurance, and dissemination of results, recruitment; collection, recording, and editing of interview, questionnaire, and clinical data; performing quality assurance monitoring of study data; randomization of study participants; conducting case management tasks; scheduling participant appointments; supporting clinical and group intervention; review medical records following study protocols; and performing other duties in support of clinical trials services as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide assistance in the administrative, technical and scientific day-to-day operation of the study to assure project goals and timelines are met, quality data is collected and managed, and to assure participant and/or data confidentiality.
• Support and assist Research personnel in the operation of equipment used in clinical trials.
• Support the development of Quality Assurance procedures, and assist with the monitoring of data collection and data transfers. Assist with the preparation of annual IRB reviews.
• Support the Project Director, Clinic Coordinator, or PI in the administration of the grant/contract per federal rules and regulations and/or specific grant/contract language. Understand the operational budget and sub-contracts; track documentation and authorization of payment of study related bills. Provide assistance in the preparation of project reports for PI review and approval.
• Recruit study participants to a broad range of studies using specific study protocols to contact, screen, and determine eligibility and schedule appointments with study participants.
• Collect, edit and record/enter study data via interview, structured interview, questionnaire, medical record review, and basic clinical measurements for complex study protocols, and perform technical duties as assigned.
• Support orientation and structured intervention sessions in accordance with technical training and certification(s).
• Assist with case management activities to support the work of the project/s.
• Support the process of summarizing and sharing project information with other sites. Support the Project Director, Clinic Coordinator, and/or PI in maintaining regular contact with other Project Administrators in order to share information and ideas. Assist with the tracking of papers in process for projects, with planning for project papers and posters to be presented at national and international conferences.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and disease processes; medical record organization and interpretation.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and interviewing skills with people of all ages.
• Organized, detail oriented, self-directed, and dependable.
• Able to prioritize work, solve problems, and work independently.
• Able to function in a team environment and use negotiation skills.
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Undergraduate degree in a related field is preferred
• One year of experience collecting or processing data for research or Quality Assurance purposes.
• At least one (1) year of experience collecting information using one of the following methods:
  • Telephone/face-to-face interviews
  • Working with patients and study participants in clinical situation (proficiency in refracting patients needed)Experience in health research or research data collection
• Experience in health research or research data collection
• Familiarity with classification of disease processes.
• Knowledge of basic research ethics and principles
• Favorable result on background check required
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
  

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS 

• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification preferred
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification preferred
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Skilled in working with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic knowledge of computer functions.
• Able to use computers and software programs for complex tracking of participant tasks.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity-including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus-is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary. 
  

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.