Clinical Research Coordinator II

Department BSD OBG - Generalists - PCORI Research About the Department The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 140 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 68,000 outpatient visits, 28,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,300 surgeries per year. Teaching, research, and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health. The department was ranked #16 on the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance. Job Summary The job compiles, documents, analyzes, and reports on moderately complex clinical studies. Provides input to support the administrative and operational decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University. This position will support a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) funded award. The goal of the study is to implement a shared decision-making model on labor and delivery units in 22 birthing hospitals in Illinois, aimed at improving birth equity, shared decision-making, and decrease the cesarean delivery rate for Black birthing people. https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2024/improving-safety-patient-experience-and-equity-through-shared-decision-making-huddles. https://www.wbez.org/environment-public-health/2024/05/11/endeavor-health-study-targets-c-section-rates-black-maternal-health. Responsibilities Under supervision from the Principal Investigators (PIs), assist with in-person recruitment and enrollment of participants at 22 hospitals across Illinois. On average, each of three Research Coordinators (RC) will perform 33 hospital visits each year or 1-2 each week. Each hospital visit will involve: Providing breakfast for the post-partum nursing staff to garner support. Identifying, recruiting and enrolling patients to complete the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative (ILPQC) Patient Reported Experience Measure (PREM+) surveys and providing small thank-you gifts to survey participants. Perform ethnographic observation, take field notes, coordinating and supporting patient focus groups and bedside clinician interviews. Obtain consent and perform surveys, collect and maintain data, perform evaluation (as defined by research protocols). Assist in preparation of materials for presentation and publication. Perform administrative duties related to Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, ongoing study maintenance, invoice creation and tracking as well as results reporting. Assist in the development of all study forms, necessary database programs and data collection/entry strategies with senior staff. Prioritize study requirements on an ongoing basis and adjust work schedule accordingly. Communicate all study/protocol deviations to the PIs in a timely and efficient manner. Assist with training and orientation of study personnel (research assistants, associates and data entry personnel) as appropriate, and provide ongoing guidance. Facilitates and participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits. Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with a limited to moderate degree of independence. Contributes to the problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and tasks. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree. Masters strongly preferred. Experience: Two years of previous work in research study or community outreach oversight strongly preferred. Experience with public health related to health equity a plus. Experience working with computers, databases and excel. REDCap experience is a plus. Commitment to producing high-quality work, interest in reproductive health, previous healthcare or social science experience, understanding of the research process, ability to work independently and in a team. Preferred Competencies Excellent attention to detail. Strong organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills. Spanish speaking ability is a plus. Reliable access to a car on a daily basis with the ability to travel between UCM and other participating hospitals that are located across the State of Illinois. Working Conditions UCM Labor & Delivery Unit. Variable hours based on the needs of the study. Travel: Between UCM and other participating hospitals that are located across the State of Illinois. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover Letter (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required Yes Health Screen Required Yes Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the Universitys good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. 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