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Clinical Research Administration

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) stands at the forefront of advancing digestive health by fostering innovative research, advocacy, and education.

We are seeking a motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to join our forward-thinking team.

In this role, you'll handle administrative duties, oversee data management, and support our research initiatives wherever needed.

If you're passionate about optimizing processes, upholding research protocols, and have experience in medical or scientific fields, we would love to hear from you.

WHY WORK AT AGA?

• We care about our core values: innovative, engaged, collaborative, open, inclusive.
• We value work-life balance and provide generous time off.
• Market competitive compensation plus 7% employer contribution to retirement plan. 
• Remote/hybrid work environment.
• Comprehensive health care benefits at a reasonable cost.

Position Description 

Position Title:                          Coordinator, Clinical Research

Reports to:                              Senior Director, Clinical Research

Summary:                                Responsible for supporting the daily activities of AGA’s clinical research studies and programs, including administrative assistance, data management, and other support activities as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support administrative functions of the clinical research team:
2. Maintain regulatory files for participating investigators and clinical sites.
3. Schedule conference calls with sponsors, sites, and external vendors.
4. Compile and monitor meeting materials, minutes, and action items.
5. Track and support site involvement by continuously communicating with study coordinators and monitoring study data.
6. Gather background information, including literature searches, for issues/topics as needed.
7. Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and standard templates; ensure version control over documentation in development.

1. Ensure information is routinely updated in various software and systems, including but not limited to WorkZone (project management), Smartsheet (project management), ConvergePoint (contract management), and Clinicaltrials.gov, and provide associated metrics.

3. Assess and suggest improvements to procedures and operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
4. Work as a team member within the organization to facilitate mutual respect and positive working relationships with other staff, vendors/contractors and association members.
5. Fulfill other duties as assigned commensurate with the scope and responsibility of this position.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible experience in an administrative support role.
2. Associates degree required. College degree preferred; equivalent work experience may be substituted.
3. Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and other software for functions such as project management and contract management.
4. Professional work ethic and outstanding customer service skills.
5. Experience with supporting clinical research projects preferred.

About American Gastroenterological Association

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is the trusted voice of the GI community. Founded in 1897, AGA has grown to include more than 16,000 members from around the globe who are involved in all aspects of the science, practice and advancement of gastroenterology.

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