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Clinical Research Coordinator at East… · Location…

Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeNot specified$47k–$47k/yr

Job Description

Job Summary

The Center of Excellence for Inflammation, ID, and Immunity is seeking applicants for a Clinical Research Coordinator. This position will support clinical research in the Clinical Research Office of ETSU’s Center of Excellence for Inflammation, Infectious Diseases (CIIDI). Our Center has expanded in scope and has established a clinical core, with the addition of the Center of Excellence for HIV/ AIDS Care to the other scientific cores.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will interface basic researchers and clinicians by facilitating specimen accrual to translational studies, particularly a new initiative with UTHSC focusing on genomic data merged with clinical data. The individual in this position will recruit subjects from studies, obtaining informed consent from subjects and clinical samples. This position will collect and/or process these samples for use and/or transport.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of good clinical practice, FDA, OHRP, and HIPAA policies.
Knowledge of research protocols, principles, and procedures.
Skills in phlebotomy as necessary.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clinicians, patients, administrators, auxiliary personnel, and regulatory bodies.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, staff, and patients.
Ability to handle multiple projects in parallel.
Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate excellent organizational skills to independently manage workflow.
Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Nursing, or health-related field
One (1) year of experience in a clinical setting

Preferred Qualifications

Phlebotomy experience and/or certification.

Compensation & Benefits

Job Family – Research Study Coordinator 1
Salary - $47,002.36
For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions

Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of seven (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check.
Documents needed to apply: Cover Letter, and Resume

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer Statement:

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations