Study Coordinator Task Clinical Research Centre

1 day ago

Cape Town, South Africa TASK Full time

**Overall Purpose of the Position**:
A study coordinator plays a pivotal role in the execution and management of clinical trials conducted at the research site. The position needs to acquire in-depth knowledge of relevant study protocols and will be responsible for coordinating various aspects of the clinical trial process to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, protocol requirements, and quality standards across the major aspects of clinical research including study management, data collection, participant care, participant advocacy and recruitment. This role demands meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and effective communication abilities to facilitate seamless collaboration among research team members, sponsors, and participants. Specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the study protocol and site structure.

**Key Performance Areas (KPAs) & Responsibilities include, but not limited to**:
Protocol adherence:

- Ensuring strict adherence to study protocols, regulatory guidelines, ethical and good clinical practice guidelines as well as TASK standard operating procedures (SOPs) whilst ensuring participant safety throughout the conduct of the clinical trial.
- Assisting (Deputy/Assistant) Site Manager in preparing for study setup/start.

Participant Recruitment and Screening:

- Collaborating with the recruitment team to set up recruitment plan and identify potential participants according to study eligibility criteria.
- Screening of potential participants according protocol guidelines and eligibility criteria.
- Maintaining accurate participant records and ensuring informed consent procedures are followed.

Study Documentation:

- Performing the preparation, maintenance, quality checks and completion of study documentation, including source and case report forms (CRFs), and study logs.
- Maintaining accurate study documentation according to good clinical practice (GCP) and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines.
- Performing electronic data capturing and validation.
- Preparing, coordinating, and facilitating audits and inspections.

Clinical Trial Conduct:

- Assisting the investigators in all aspects of study management and according to delegation and training.
- Coordinating, tracking and performing clinical trial activities, including scheduling study preparation, set-up and readiness, participant visits, performing study procedures according to scope, relevant compliancy checks, quality and timely data collection and entry.
- Maintaining an adequate supply of study laboratory kits and consumables and supporting sample processing staff in various functions such as processing and shipping samples, while ensuring good documentation practises.
- Educating participants on study related requirements and compliance.
- Maintaining accurate and complete records of protocol deviations and share regularly with Principal Investigator and Assistant) Site Manager.
- Ensuring Investigator Site Files are updated and maintained continuously with up to date and complete study and essential documentation.
- Overseeing quality control for the specific study to ensure data integrity, protocol compliance and completion.

Communication and Collaboration:

- Serving as the primary point of study contact for communication between sponsor, sponsor representative and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Attending to and facilitating meetings to review progress, address challenges, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Quality Assurance:

- Working with the quality teams to implement quality control measures to ensure data integrity, protocol compliance, and participant safety throughout the study.
- Implement internal Quality assurance measures to ensure GCP compliance, quality data collection and participant safety.
- Conducting regular quality checks and addressing deviations or discrepancies promptly.
- Addressing and responding to queries from sponsor representatives in an effective and timely manner.

Training and Development:

- Acquiring and completing protocol specific training and assisting investigators by coordinating training to the rest of the study team in a timely manner.
- Staying up to date on relevant guidelines, regulations, and industry trends through continuous education and training.

General:

- Assisting with and performs all duties with-in reasonable scope.

**Ideal Requirements**
- Tertiary Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related health science field, (chemistry, biology, or nursing, etc.).
- Previous experience in clinical trials, preferably in a coordinator or similar role.
- Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and other relevant regulatory requirements.
- Professional use of the English language: both written and verbal.
- Strong administrative skills.
- Computer literacy - Ability to use Word, PowerPoint and Excel at intermediate level.
- Flexibility to work at other TASK

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