Clinical Research Coordinator (Temporary)

Job Description

The University of Washington Department of Dermatology offers a Temporary, Full-time (100% FTE, Project position for maximum 12months) Clinical Research Coordinator. This position will be awarded to a candidate who has demonstrated a strong interest in dermatology and is a competitive candidate for dermatology residency.

The primary role of the Medical Dermatology Clinical Research Coordinator (Payroll Title: Pro Staff Temp Position (NE S)) is to conduct clinical research, including presenting and writing about research findings. Research will focus on projects around cutaneous oncology, including patient reported outcomes in cutaneous lymphoma, potential projects in inpatient consultative dermatology. A secondary role of the Clinical Research Coordinator is clinical coordination of complex patients.

Research coordinators will gain:

• Exposure to cutaneous oncology.

• Competence in performing literature searches and critically assessing the medical literature.

• Skills in scientific writing, including development of research study aims, study protocols, grant writing, and research publications.

• Formal training around skills used in the development, validation, and critical analysis of patient reported outcome measures

• Knowledge around human subjects research via formal human subjects training, including adherence to the ethical standard of clinical research, human subjects recruitment, and informed consent.

• Ability to synthesize and present research in an accessible way, including poster and oral presentations.

• Mentorship towards developing a successful career in academic medicine.

• General dermatology skills and mentorship

This position requires the ability to integrate information from multiple sources to ensure that all research activities meet the requirements of the University, the Food and Drug Administration, the National Institutes of Health and study sponsor (if applicable). With guidance, this position develops procedures that ensure that all research meets or exceeds these requirements while expeditiously furthering the research objectives of the Department of Dermatology. This position must be able to work independently on multiple research projects in parallel, and help develop research policies and procedures. This position interacts with health care providers and patients in a manner that well-represents the University of Washington and its associated institutions.

The mission of the University of Washington School of Medicine is to improve the health of the public, including advancing knowledge and assuming leadership in the biomedical sciences and in academic medicine. This position is essential to that mission. This position provides contributions to research development, implementation, and dissemination for the Department of Dermatology. It is responsible for overseeing the management of clinical research projects in various disciplines including cutaneous oncology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Attending clinics, enrolling patients in research studies (20%)

• Project development and oversight, including regular research meetings with PIs (25%)

• Data acquisition, synthesis and analysis (25%)

• Disseminating research: writing and presenting (ex: research works in progress) (20%)

• Database maintenance (5%)

• Generation of standard operating policies for dermatology research (5%)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Biology or a related field and one year's previous work as a Research Coordinator, preferably in the medical/health fields.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants selected for this position who have not already completed the training for clinical research involving human subjects will be required to complete it within 90 days of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current MD or DO student.

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.