Clinical Translational Research Coordinator II

JOB SUMMARY:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating the approval processes and conduct of research protocols, assuring the integrity and quality of the research is maintained and that the research is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practices. The research involved will pertain to Interstitial Lung Diseases with an emphasis on Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, a insidious disease that causes scarring of the lungs resulting in the patient's ability to get proper oxygenation. Duties for this position would include screening applicable patients for the studies, implementing and conducting the study from the randomization process all the way through the study closeout, maintaining accurate documentation, and being able to effectively communicate with Investigators, participants, IRB, Sponsors, and other related research personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and screen subjects for studies
• Complete study subject visits as outlined in the protocol for research studies
• Maintain accurate and up to date regulatory documents
• Complete all study application entries for each study subject
• Answer study application queries on subject data entered in a timely manner
• Effectively communicate study protocols, procedures, consent information, and study material education to prospective subjects.
• Good organizational skills
• Able to learn about use of different study devices and equipment
• Must be punctual and reliable

Department Summary:
The Division of Allergy, Pulmonary and Critical Care is directed by Dr. Timothy Blackwell and its mission is to:

• deliver world-class clinical care to patients with allergic diseases, pulmonary conditions, and critical illness through employing a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach with a wide range of clinical programs.
• lead in the development of cutting-edge, patient-focused research that extends from basic discoveries to clinical implementation.
• provide state-of-the-art education and training including a strong fellowship program to inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders in allergy and immunology, pulmonary medicine, and critical care.

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* US News & World Report: #1 Adult Hospital in Tennessee and metropolitan Nashville, named to the Best Hospitals Honor Roll of the top 20 adult hospitals, 10 nationally ranked adult specialty programs, with 3 specialties rated in the top 10 nationally, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt named as one of the Best Children's Hospital in the nation, with 10 out of 10 pediatric specialties nationally ranked.

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* Becker's Hospital Review: named as one of the "100 Great Hospitals in America", in the roster of 100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs and to its list of the 100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs.

* The Leapfrog Group: One of only 10 children's hospitals in the to be named at Leapfrog Top Hospital.

* American Association for the Advancement of Science: The School of Medicine has 112 elected fellows

* Magnet Recognition Program: Received our third consecutive Magnet designations.

* National Academy of Medicine: 22 members, elected by their peers in recognition of outstanding achievement

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