Clinical Research Coordinator I - Program in Physical Therapy

About the role

• Location
• ST. LOUIS, MO 63108
• Scheduled Hours
• 40

Position Summary

The Program in Physical Therapy at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has an opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator I. The position is full-time and will support ongoing studies within the Shoulder Biomechanics and Rehabilitation laboratory led by Rebekah Lawrence, PT, PhD.

Our lab is dedicated to improving quality of life in people with shoulder pain by investigating the factors associated with degenerative pathology and symptomatic dysfunction. We conduct rigorous, clinically relevant research by integrating diagnostic imaging, motion analysis, musculoskeletal modeling, and clinical assessment.

We are dedicated to creating a stimulating and inclusive environment where members conduct high-impact research, serve their community, and feel respected for their contributions. We value kindness, generosity, clear communication, curiosity, initiative, and attention to detail. The successful applicant shares our passion and values and will contribute to all aspects of the research process.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol.
• Ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies.
• Establishes and maintains record-keeping systems.
• Analyzes, investigates and reports adverse events; makes decisions as to when to notify physicians of issues, when to stop participant inclusion and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol.
• Resolves protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate.
• Ensures timely completion of all protocol requirements (assessment, lab testing, and procedures), to include scheduling and facilitating the patient’s timely completion of protocol requirements.
• Collects clinical data under clinical research protocols.
• Recruit, enroll, and assist with testing of study participants; participate in determining participant eligibility based on chart review, participant screening interviews, and clinical examination.
• Schedule in-person data collections with participants, other lab personnel, and research facilities.
• Act as liaison between participants and investigators to ensure continued participation in studies.
• Assist participants with troubleshooting related to web-based data collections such as electronic questionnaires.
• Operate data collection equipment within a motion capture lab and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Assist with data processing and overseeing personnel hired to assist with data processing.
• Oversee and manage tasks for student research assistants.
• Evaluate and interpret collected study data in conjunction with the Principal Investigator(s) and other research team members.
• Attend routine meetings and other meetings related to clinical research.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Research laboratory.
• Primarily on-site with option for occasional remote work with supervisor approval.
• Must be able to provide flexible working hours, including early morning availability and some weekend hours (rare), based upon participant schedules and lab requirements/deadlines.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Lab Equipment

Additional information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

• The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Clinical Data Interpretation, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Protocols, Communication, Compliance Management, Computer Systems, Data Collection Methods, Data Evaluation, Detail-Oriented, Equipment Maintenance, High Accuracy, Human Subjects Research, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Interactions, Organizing, Recordkeeping, Research Recruitment, Research Support, Taking Initiative, Teamwork, Timeliness, Time Management, Working Independently

• Grade
• C09

Salary Range $49,200.00 - $73,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.