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Clinical Research Coordinator, Pharmacy

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Position Title Clinical Research Coordinator, Pharmacy
Classification Title Research Support Specialist
Department Pharmacy
Posting Number R230223
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/45557
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Clerical/Technical
Type Part-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade N.11
Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The Transplantation Immunosuppressive Pharmacology Research Program (TIPRP) in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University at Buffalo (UB) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support the multidisciplinary research program in clinical pharmacology research of immunosuppression after kidney transplantation in collaboration with the UB-MD Nephrology Division at the Erie County Medical Center. The Clinical Research Coordinator will provide coordination for the TIPRP program and provide research tracking expertise to support the clinical pharmacology studies that includes providing accurate, efficient record keeping of collected specimen and management of the data obtained through these studies with administrative responsibilities in quality assurance.

Job Duties may include the following:
  • Coordination and interface of the clinical research functions that include: study kit preparation; development and updates of standard operating procedures; quality assurance of research procedures and data.
  • Coordination, submission of annual reviews and modifications of clinical studies to the University at Buffalo Institutional Review Board (IRB).
  • Training and supervision of graduate, post-graduate and professional students relative to clinical study preparation, quality assurance and data entry management.
  • Maintain the operation, qualification and calibration of laboratory equipment and facilities.
  • Professional and effective communication with team members and collaborators regarding work related issues. Notify appropriate personnel, in a timely fashion when problems, delays, potential hazards and instrument malfunctions arise.
  • Attend and complete training and certification sessions per the requirements of the TIPRP and the university.


About The University at Buffalo
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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Technology or Biomedical Sciences or equivalent with an emphasis on clinical laboratory science or clinical pharmacology research.
  • Basic skill with Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with data entry techniques using Excel and REDCap data management platform.
  • Good verbal and written communication and organizational skills in a clinical research team setting.
  • Familiar with proper laboratory and clinical documentation, safety, and etiquette.
  • Familiar with documentation and maintenance procedures for equipment in a clinical research laboratory.
  • General experience with quality assurance procedures for data management and training.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A graduate of a Doctor of Pharmacy Program (or equivalent) with clinical research experience.
  • Five years’ experience in a clinical research position.
  • Intermediate computer skills, in Microsoft Office and Endnote and an ability to conduct literature searches using PubMed.
  • Biomedical knowledge/ experience for safe handling and processing of biomedical specimen.
  • Good technical writing skills.
  • Completion of the web-based training Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program).
Physical Demands
This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment; to work with chemical, biological, pathogenic, and other hazardous materials; and to work in BSL-2 laboratory and hospital. This position requires that the individual is able to lift a minimum of 25lbs. and maneuver large, cumbersome equipment. This position requires that the individual be able to work in a typical regulated laboratory and hospital environment that requires standing, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, walking.
Salary Range $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
Varies
Campus South Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information

Contact's Name Rachel Poole
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title HR Specilaist
Contact's Email repoole@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-6042
Posting Dates

Posted 09/29/2023
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 12/01/2023
References

Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Letter of Interest
  2. Resume
Optional Documents