Clinical Research Coordinator B/C

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Clinical Research Coordinator B/C Job Profile Title Clinical Research Coordinator B Job Description Summary The Clinical Studies Unit (CSU) within the Department of Dermatology is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Clinical Research Coordinator to support the fast-paced day-to-day operations of multiple investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored clinical trials focused on dermatologic diseases. The primary function of this position is to facilitate, promote, and ensure the conduct of high-quality clinical research in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), institutional policies, and regulatory requirements. Essential responsibilities include screening, recruitment, consent, and enrollment of study participants; coordination of protocol-required visits and assessments; accurate data collection, entry, and management; maintenance of regulatory and study documentation; and preparation and submission of materials to the Penn Biomedical Institutional Review Board (IRB) and central IRBs, as applicable. The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for supporting all phases of clinical trial execution, including study start-up, ongoing study conduct, monitoring, and close-out activities. The individual will work within a highly collaborative research environment alongside study coordinators, a regulatory specialist, project managers, investigators, and clinical staff to advance the dermatology research mission of the Department and the University. This role requires independent coordination of assigned studies, direct communication with investigators, sponsors, and CROs, and a strong commitment to participant safety, protocol compliance, and data quality. We are seeking a professional who thrives in a dynamic, team-based environment and is committed to advancing clinical research in dermatology. This position offers opportunities for professional growth, with structured training and increasing responsibility commensurate with experience, supporting progression within the Clinical Research Coordinator B/C career pathway. Job Description Job Responsibilities Clinical Research Coordinator B Screen, recruit, consent, and enroll study participants as specified per protocol and GCP guidelines. Schedule, prepare for, and conduct protocol-required participant visits and assessments. Review clinic schedules and medical records to identify potentially eligible participants and support recruitment efforts. Prepare and submit IRB documentation for initial submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, and adverse event reporting. Coordinate, organize, complete, and maintain source documents, case report forms, regulatory documents, and participant binders in accordance with ALCOA-C standards. Enter data into electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, sponsor systems) and ensure data accuracy and completeness. Perform data quality control and resolve data queries within required timelines. Monitor participants per protocol requirements and document adverse events and protocol deviations as applicable. Demonstrate vigilance in participant safety, protocol compliance, and data quality. Adhere to all University of Pennsylvania policies and applicable FDA and GCP guidelines. Effectively manage multiple clinical trials independently while supporting other coordinators as needed. Demonstrate problem-solving skills by identifying challenges and escalating issues appropriately. Develop, present, and implement participant recruitment strategies in collaboration with investigators and the research team. W

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