Research Coordinator

The Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute (HHRI) has a current opening for an experienced Research Coordinator to support the research being conducted by Dr.

David Darrow at Hennepin Healthcare's HCMC.

rnPOSITION SUMMARY:rnServe as Research Coordinator for the clinical research being conducted by Dr.

David Darrow and the Division of Neurosurgery at HCMC.

Assist with lab/study management, coordination, teaching, overseeing research, and patient recruitment.

Systemically coordinate and organize protocols while maintaining communication with Institutional review Board as well as the FDA regarding IDE/IND process.

Routinely coordinate daily activities associated with administering sponsored and non-sponsored research projects.

Aid in grant application and accurately reconcile grant accounts.

Manage hardware and software needed for research projects.

Assist with submission of grant proposals, abstracts, and publications.

Work with collaborators (across external academic institutions) and research staff (within HCMC/HHRI) to coordinate ongoing research projects, and develop new projects.rnESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: rnrnResponsible for managing tasks associated with participant screening, recruitment, and engagement in research projects, which includes, but is not limited to:rnrnDetermining participant eligibilityrnRecruitmentrnTracking enrollment dates and key patient milestonesrnCoordinates/conducts research participant testing and follow-up.rnCompleting and securely storing paperworkrnCollects data in an organized and precise fashion and maintains data integrityrnCoordinates multiple data collection efforts for one or more research projects which may include other collaborating agencies or institutions.rnOrient, train or teach, and give work direction to new researchers on the projectrnrnrnCoordinate studies across collaboratorsrnAct as a resource to other staff regarding study protocol and interpretationsrnResponsible for regulatory compliance in conjunction with the PI by providing study materials requested including, but are not limited to:rnrnDevelop and maintain project materials (e.g., patient database, case report forms, study worksheets, tracking logs, IRB required forms, etc.)rnAccurately write and revise clinical protocols, consents, and other supporting documents rnAssist the Principal Investigator with reaching project milestones and resource allocation to assure successful study conductrnOversee progress and assure milestones are met for the research activities conducted by collaborators at external academic institutionsrnOrganize, and coordinate meetings, conference calls, and training sessionsrnManagement of patient advisory grouprnConsult with the Principal Investigator and co-investigators on appropriate management of participant problems and concerns.rnWrite and edit technical reports and manuscripts for publication or presentation.rnIRB (submissions and renewals)rnFDA IDE/IND processesrnCreate reports as mandated by sponsor/funder and manage digital log viewable by PIrnrnrnrnrnMonitor fiscal and administrative activities satisfying guidelines established by both the institution and various funding agencies.rnrnPreparation of budgetsrnReview/approve expendituresrnInvoice submissionrnBudget/expenditure reconciliationrnSupply ordersrnW-9 monitoring for study subjectsrnLiaison between the project team and funding agencies or significant parties.rnAccurately reconcile grant accountsrnrnrnGuide proposals through inception to submission stages.

Plan future proposal submissionsrnrnAssist with submission of new grant proposals by completing funding agency formsrnCollaborate with HHRI grant administration.rnWorks with other members of the research team on research design and problem solving.rnrnrnAid in the planning and writing of grants, abstracts, and publications.rnrnEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:rnEducation/Experience:rnAny equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.

Typical qualifications would be a baccalaureate degree and at least one (1) year experience with the specified research field.

Experience with electronic medical records (EPIC), regulatory documentation, writing and preparing grant proposals and managing research budgets, preferred.

Experience implementing clinical research protocols, recruiting patients for research studies, data gathering, and maintaining research data.

rnSkill, Knowledge & Ability (SKA):rnRequires interaction with a diverse population.

Must demonstrate working knowledge of MS Office including: databases, spreadsheets (including pivot tables, basic statistical analysis, etc.), and word processing.

Knowledge of research design, protocols, and analysis; knowledge of regulatory aspects of clinical research.

Ability to work independently within guidelines, be organized, prioritize work effort in relation to project requirements.

Skilled in problem solving and keeping detailed records and files.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Displays high standards of attendance, punctuality, maintains confidentiality, and manages time effectively.

Required skills includes: Self-motivated and ability to work independently.rnMANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENTrnAA/EOE of Minorities, Women, Disabilities, Veterans

Full Time