29090900 - MD-PEDS-ENDOCRINOLOGY

Clinical Research Coordinator II

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Florida is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual to coordinate research for multiple projects related to type 1 diabetes including quality improvement-focus projects. This individual will work in a team setting and under the supervision of the Principal Investigators. Job duties include coordinating project planning, recruiting study participants, collecting data, troubleshooting clinic workflow, and assisting with written reports and presentations related to the project. This individual will communicate with faculty and staff as well as other internal and external constituencies. Knowledge of type 1 diabetes management and type 1 diabetes technologies (ie. CGM and Pump) preferred.

Quality Improvement Coordination: 

Type 1 Diabetes Exchange-QI Collaborative coordinator responsible for de-identified data collection, design and implementation of QI initiatives under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.

Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Optimal T1D Management project. Responsible for IRB and/or QIPR in conjunction with Principal Investigator. Identifying high risk individuals in diabetes clinic with an HbA1c level >9% and characterize the population’s risk factors and barriers. Conduct small group interviews and write up QI protocols to increase access to healthcare and follow up these patients. Incorporate successful QI strategies into regular clinic workflow.

Insulin pump therapy among youth with type 1 diabetes from minoritized populations. Responsible for IRB and/or QIPR in conjunction with Principal Investigator. Identifying individuals in diabetes clinic who have attended insulin pump class more than 3 months prior and are not currently on an insulin pump. Initially focusing on individuals from self-identified minoritized populations. Consent and administer pump acceptance questionnaire and enroll in education program to address any misconceptions or barriers to pump therapy. Incorporate successful QI strategies into regular clinic workflow.

Clinical Research Coordination Responsibilities:

Responsible for screening, recruiting, and enrolling patients/participants, educating subjects and family on protocols, study intervention, etc., and develop and conduct of study billing plans. Develop Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) and maintain all reporting for ceded IRB processes. Under the supervisions of Principal Investigators, coordinate provider and patient-related recruitment and communications. Data entry of findings and results into data capture instruments and tables.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Monitoring/coordinating project planning, timelines, and tasks. Coordinate scheduling for conference call with all sites. Prepare IRB/CRC documents and maintain regulatory compliance. Supervise reimbursement processes. Attend trainings and all administrative meetings for the research teams. Develop advertisement materials, informed consent documents, and case report forms. Act as liaison for research subject, investigator, IRB, sponsor, and healthcare professionals.

Support Clinic Based Research:

Assist clinical staff in ensuring clinic efficiency in order to allow research to continue in parallel with clinical practice.

$48,000 - $55,000 annually; commensurate within this range based on qualifications and experience.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Web navigation tools and programs, and general computer functioning.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• IRB/Regulatory experience and strong working knowledge of UF’s Human Subjects Payments (HSP) protocols.
• Knowledge about type 1 diabetes including pump and CGM. 
• Ability to work independently and ability to collaborate with faculty and staff at multiple levels.

Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week. Travel to study group meetings may be required. Weekend coverage required on average once per month.

To be considered for this position, please upload your cover letter or letter of interest, resume, and a list of professional references.

This is a time-limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.