Clinical Research Coordinator - Fountain Valley, CA at IQVIA

Fountain Valley, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Clinical ResearchIndustries

Requirements

  • High School Diploma and 1 years’ relevant work experience in clinical research (equivalent education and experience accepted)
  • At least 1 year experience working in a clinical research setting preferred
  • Applicable certifications and licenses as required by company, country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies
  • Working knowledge of clinical trials
  • Working knowledge of the principles of Good Clinical Practices (GCP)
  • In-depth knowledge of protocol and study-specific operating procedures, consent forms, and study schedules
  • Skill in carrying out required clinical procedures (phlebotomy required; pediatric experience needed)
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, patients, physicians, and clients

Responsibilities

  • Perform a variety of complex clinical procedures on subjects including but not limited to ECG, sample collection including spirometry, vital signs, and phlebotomy
  • Coordinate clinical research studies conducted by a supervising principal investigator
  • Update and maintain skills, training, and knowledge of current best nursing practices and topics related to clinical research
  • Safeguard the well-being of subjects and ensure high standards: maintain a safe environment in accordance with Health and Safety policies; act as a volunteer advocate; address volunteer and visitor concerns proactively; assist staff in clinical coordinator practices; report deviations from normal practice to senior staff
  • Support study conduct by: reviewing study protocol, case report form (CRF), other study documents, and electronic data capture systems; participating in project meetings; performing clinical set-up and preparation (e.g., labeling tubes, setting up equipment); planning logistical activity for procedures; generating volunteer instructions; identifying and obtaining supplies; preparing and delivering study-specific training materials; troubleshooting issues; participating in huddles; assisting with data quality checking and query resolution
  • Recruit and screen volunteers for inclusion based on pre-determined criteria
  • Orient volunteers to the study and site, including purpose, procedures, and timelines
  • Administer and manage custody of study drug according to site standard operating procedures
  • Collect, record, and report clinical data and findings in CRFs; collaborate with study investigator on adverse events
  • Cooperate with study monitor and follow ICH GCP guidelines for all study and patient activities
  • Perform community outreach

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PhlebotomyECGSpirometryVital SignsSample CollectionProtocol ReviewCRFEDC SystemsData Quality CheckingQuery ResolutionCommunity OutreachPediatrics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a part-time position requiring 24 hours per week.

What is the work setup and location for this role?

The role requires working on-site in Fountain Valley, CA.

What are the minimum qualifications for this position?

Candidates need a High School Diploma with at least 1 year of relevant work experience in clinical research.

What key skills and experiences are required for this role?

Phlebotomy is required, along with pediatric experience, and skills in performing clinical procedures like ECG, sample collection, spirometry, and vital signs.

What does a strong candidate for this Clinical Research Coordinator role look like?

A strong candidate has a High School Diploma, 1+ years in clinical research, phlebotomy skills, pediatric experience, and familiarity with study protocols, ICH GCP guidelines, and clinical procedures.

IQVIA

Advanced analytics and clinical research services

About IQVIA

IQVIA provides advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services specifically for the life sciences industry. Their services utilize extensive data resources and technology to create connections within healthcare, allowing clients to gain insights that help speed up the development and marketing of new medical treatments. This process is facilitated by their IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ system, which offers quick and flexible insights. IQVIA stands out from competitors by focusing on patient privacy, employing various technologies to protect individual data. The company's goal is to enhance healthcare outcomes by supporting biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies, as well as researchers and government agencies, in understanding diseases and advancing medical science.

Durham, North CarolinaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$3,526MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_EQUITYCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Rapid advancement of cancer vaccines may disrupt traditional clinical research models.
Proliferation of disparate technological solutions causes technology overload in clinical trials.
Generative AI technologies face challenges in adoption due to data privacy concerns.

Differentiation

IQVIA leverages advanced analytics and big data for life sciences solutions.
The company offers privacy-enhancing technologies to protect individual patient data.
IQVIA's AI Assistant provides rapid, actionable insights for healthcare and life sciences.

Upsides

Increased adoption of decentralized clinical trials enhances patient-centric study designs.
AI-driven drug discovery accelerates identification of potential drug candidates.
Expansion of telemedicine facilitates remote patient monitoring and data collection.

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