at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Visiting Clinical Research Compliance Coordinator
Visiting Clinical Research Compliance Coordinator
Hiring Department: Office of Population Health Sciences (OPHS)
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1026174
Posting Close Date: July 17, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Who We Are
Housed within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs (OVCHA), the Office of Population Health Sciences (OPHS) at the University of Illinois Chicago conducts research to identify new tests and treatments for people with chronic lung disease, COVID-19, Long COVID, and other conditions. We also use healthcare delivery science to increase access to high-quality healthcare. Studies are conducted in collaboration with academic health centers, community-based organizations, and faith-based organizations in Chicago and other cities across the nation.
Position Summary
The Office of Population Health Sciences (OPHS) at UIC is seeking applications for a Visiting Clinical Research Compliance Coordinator. This role is a key team member in OPHS for the Human Subject Research Compliance aspect of the department. This position supports the Associate and Assistant Director(s) of Research Compliance to ensure all programs and other academic activities that involve human subjects and research activities are in full compliance with UIC regulations, and local, state, and Federal laws, rules or regulations. The coordinator will assist in the drafting of IRB submissions, development and implementation of standard operating procedures to monitor studies involving human subjects, assist in oversight and internal audits of studies for the department, education for research investigators and study staff , as well as other quality improvement activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct routine and as needed compliance monitoring of all human subject studies according to the protocols approved by the IRB and other research and campus oversight groups.
Coordinate internal-audits of existing clinical research studies. Present progress, findings, and corrective action plans to Directors.
Lead the documentation of Note To Files, Reportable New Information, continuing reviews, and amendments under director's guidance in collaboration with the project managers/Sr research coordinators.
Developing standard operating procedures and training programs for coordinators, under Directors guidance. Prepare IRB submissions for large, multisite observational studies, Organize and maintain regulatory materials.
Educate and guide OPHS Clinical Research Team in the design and conduct of human subject research to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and UIC policy.
Assist the Directors to Investigate allegations and findings of non-compliance. Report potential serious or continuing non- compliance with applicable regulations or institutional policies to director.
Interview human subjects study personnel and review records to identify possible areas of concern so that any issues can be proactively addressed.
Cooperation between the OPHS, UI Health System and University IT and compliance offices to ensure that health information is protected in accordance with HIPAA Federal regulations... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
