Clinical Research Coordinator I at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

1 yr

None

Sitting or standing for long periods of time; lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.

Monday through Friday; 8:00AM – 5:00PM.

The Ophthalmology Department has expanded their clinical research program and is hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support the program.

This position will be focused on clinical study operations and study/site management, as well as ensuring we are meeting ethical and compliance standards for clinical research.

While the applicant isn’t expected to know everything when coming in, the expectation is that the person would take initiative to learn all they could about clinical research and understand basic research design, how to manage a study and recruit and enroll patients.

Attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to operate various office machines including computers, printers, and various software packages. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Written and verbal communication skills. Initiative, collaboration, advanced time management skills. Technical skills applicable to essential functions and initiative.

Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience.

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