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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview:

To assist and perform a variety of research, data and other research related duties in order to support the conduct of clinical research under the supervision of a CRC II, Sr. CRC, and or Clinical Research Manager. Participates in the day to day operations related to the collection, compilation, and documentation of study participant research data to support the clinical research studies of the Laboratory Medicine investigator(s).

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

- Research Operations

Supports protocol screening and study participant eligibility determination, working with study PI and more senior study team members

Assists in providing protocol driven care, protocol procedures, and patient education within confines of study protocol, CMH/CRMI policies, credentials, and job role. Examples of protocol driven care may include vital signs, electrocardiograms, specimen collection, and participant/parent surveys

Assists with scheduling of human subject’s research visits, coordination of procedures between departments, preparation of participant visit documentation, and coordinating site visits with sponsor representatives

Collaborates with internal and external parties to ensure compliance and study participant safety

May support research operations at multiple Children’s Mercy locations including CMKC, CMKS, Broadway clinics, Urgent Care locations, etc.

Supporting coordinator to Research Nurse Coordinator (RNC) II & Sr. RNC or CRC II & Sr. CRC for higher complexity trials, as applicable

- Regulatory Support

Assists in assuring site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities

Assists in the preparation and maintenance of IRB records and Investigator Site Files required to support the clinical research

Assists in preparing for monitoring/audit visits

- Data Capture Management

Provides thorough documentation at each study participant visit

Assists with data quality assurance and control tasks

- Research Education

Fulfills and maintains all institutional and sponsor required education requirements as necessary for participation in the clinical research study

Maintains current knowledge of FDA regulations, GCP, ICH Guidelines, state and local laws as well as other relevant industry knowledge

- Financial/Fiscal Management

Assists with distribution and management of study-related participant compensation

Accurately logs time and effort to associated research accounts to support study budget management



Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree Health related discipline or research related field and 1-2 years experience or

Associate's Degree Health related discipline or research related field and 3-5 years experience or

HS diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years experience

Benefits at Children's Mercy:

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay:

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $26.62/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home:

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.