Data Coordinator 2
Job ID: 279965
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Georgia Cancer Center is on a mission for providing industry-leading cancer research and care that benefits patients locally and globally. Our ultimate goal is to eradicate cancer and we are proudly making progress every day. When we say patient care is a priority, we mean it. We assemble custom teams of field experts to address each individual's unique needs.
The research and innovations developed at the Georgia Cancer Center ultimately influence the global network of cancer care. Our team fights for far more than just Georgians. The learnings achieved through the care of local patients has wide-reaching implications for creating tomorrow's standard of cancer care. Through facilitating first-in-the-nation trials and growing a depth of understanding only available through a multidisciplinary approach, the Georgia Cancer Center team is equipped to deliver treatment advancements that will be applied in facilities across the world. The team offers a proving ground that paves the way for patients in other areas to have access to new options.
Job Summary
The study start-up coordinator is the initial point-of-contact for all new studies opened within the Georgia Cancer Center Clinical Trials office and receives, processes, and routes all study documents needed for start-up as well as serves as the Protocol Review and Monitoring Committee (PRMC) and Feasibility Committee (FC) coordinator. The study start-up coordinator also trains new site study personnel to ensure they meet all regulatory guidelines and standards before commencing work on their study responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
START-UP COORDINATOR: Point-of-contact for all new studies' receipt of study documents such as CDAs, CTAs; regulatory and budget documents for each study. Reviews, tracks, and routes these documents to the appropriate personnel for processing. Develops and delivers training on committee review procedures and submission requirements for various members of the AU clinical research community. Assesses PRMS practices for alignment with federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices related to data safety and monitoring. Has a working knowledge of GCP and code of federal regulations. Participates in ongoing clinical research performance improvement initiatives. Keeps abreast of new internal and external developments related to clinical research scientific and safety review. Onboards new staff (coordinating the completion of research-required training such as CITI, Biosafetv, etc.)
MEETING COORDINATOR: Manages day-to-day operations of the PRMC and FC, proactively identifying and implementing solutions to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness of office procedures. Manages PRMC review processes of new protocols, prepares forms and reports, and communicates with investigators, reviewers, committees, and support staff. Audits information for accuracy and completeness. Identifies issues, composes queries, and facilitates solutions. Uses established metrics and participates in the development of new metrics to monitor investigator compliance with PRMC-required processes and investigator/administrator error rates. Identifies modifications to training and communication activities as well as policies and procedures to address these proficiencies as part of ongoing quality improvement effort. Uses quantitative and qualitative metrics, along with various forms of stakeholder feedback, to identify improvement opportunities and implement process improvements. Authors and revises the PRMC and FC charter, policies, and procedures as needed. Leads efforts to improve compliance with policies and procedures. Assures that all relevant information is communicated to committee chairpersons, principal investigators, the IRB, CTO, and other relevant groups.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties/tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university.
OR
Completion of two years of college level coursework with two years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience related to clinical setting or research setting.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization, multi-tasking, organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday - Friday
Pay Band: B6
Salary Minimum: $18.85 - $21.26
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: 12/10/24- Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job Opening ID: 279965
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365
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