Research Coordinator II

USC Department of Surgery recruiting a Research Coordinator II in our busy Clinical Research Division. The Research Coordinator II will serve as a lead coordinating aspects of sponsor-initiated and investigator-initiated research studies including subject recruitment, data collection, scheduling of study-related activities and follow-up of enrolled subjects. The Research Coordinator II will also assist with budget preparation and training of less experienced research coordinators, provide guidance and direction related to research studies to investigators, research personnel, and subjects, from initial protocol design to completion of study and close-out reports.

The ideal Research Coordinator II will also be able to multi-task and manage various research projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate should also be able to work in a fast paced environment.

The hourly rate for this position is $34.52 - $37.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grat funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Skills: Administrative or research experience. Knowledge of medical environment and terminology. Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and institutional research regulations as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and HIPPA regulations. Proficient with MS Office applications. Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills. Ability to multi-task. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Preferred Experience: 3 years Preferred Skills: Staff education and orientation experience. Knowledge of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS).