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Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive. Flourish Research is one of the industry's most progressive and diversified clinical trial organizations, with strong capabilities across cardiology, metabolic disorders, renal, oncology, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccine research. At Flourish Research, we strive toward excellence. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. WE SEE YOU. WE ARE YOU. WE EMBRACE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU!
Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities.
About the Job:
We are actively hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator to support our Ravenswood site, Chicago, IL.
Shift: Monday-Friday normal day shift hours (40 hours per week)
Location: Onsite
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $28 to $35 per hour (depending on experience)
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Site Director
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
A. Read, understand, and can accomplish protocol specified patient visits and procedures.
B. Clearly and concisely document patient assessments, observations, test results and other study related
information per federal regulations, protocol requirements and GCPs.
C. Obtain patient informed consent according to federal regulations, GCPs and IRB requirements.
D. Is creative and diligent in recruiting qualified study subjects into assigned protocols to fulfill enrollment
obligations within the sponsor's timeline while following regulations and rules governing medical
ethics, IRB, GCP and ICH guidelines.
E. Complete all required training in a timely manner.
F. Schedule and conduct patient visits according to protocol requirements and timelines.
G. Maintain accurate and complete written source documentation of patient visits and protocol related
activities.
H. Accurately complete case report forms (CRFs &/or eCRFs) and/or worksheets generated by the
sponsor.
I. Maintain confidentiality of patient and protocol issues as appropriate and as bound by Confidentiality
Agreements with Flourish Research, between Flourish and sponsors, and between Flourish and other
entities, as well as HIPAA regulations.
J. Promptly report adverse events to supervisor and/or Principal Investigator/Sub-Investigator as deemed
necessary.
K. Report Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) to sponsor within 24 hours of becoming aware of the SAE.
Also report the SAE to the supervisor, Principal Investigator and/or Sub-Investigator.
L. Account for clinical trial materials (i.e., CRFs, study drug, lab supplies, and/or other required items)
and ensure availability of appropriate amounts for the conduct of the study.
M. Maintain ongoing communication with Team Lead I; Team Manager; Principal Investigator; SubInvestigators and other people assisting with the trial and documenting these communications according
to protocol requirements and Flourish policies.
N. Attend required training courses/conferences in order to stay abreast of current and changing federal
regulations and Flourish policies.
O. Pursue educational opportunities to increase knowledge of the research process and associated rules
and regulations governing clinical research.
P. Attend Investigator Meetings and/or other training as directed.
Q. Perform all study-related duties in a time- and cost-effective manner in adherence with Flourish
policies.
R. Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner.
S. Perform other duties as assigned.
T. Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written and in
appearance) when interacting with Flourish staff, sponsors, IRBs, patients/subjects, nursing and
medical staff members of various clinics, hospitals, and physician's offices.
U. Additional duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
A. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
B. Exposure to human bodily fluids.
C. Laboratory processing procedures.
D. Subject/Patient care.
E. Daily computer use.
F. Occasional night and weekend work schedules.
G. The ability to properly lift thirty-five pounds and occasionally more than thirty-five pounds.
H. The ability to drive, and daily availability of an automobile.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree preferred; however, is not required.
Experience: Preferably a minimum of 2 years' experience as a CRC, plus 1-3+ years' minimum experience
within the field of clinical research or biological research.
Knowledge and Skills:
A. Exceptional knowledge of clinical research methods.
B. Strong management and leadership skills.
C. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and align with operations.
D. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
E. Excellent computer skills to include Office365 products.
F. Experience in writing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures.
G. Strong problem solving, risk assessment and impact analysis abilities.
H. Demonstrated experience in process improvement.
I. Strong negotiation and conflict management skills.
J. Flexible and able to multi-task and prioritize competing demands.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays.
Flourish Research is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Flourish Research complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.