Clinical Startup Specialist

Clinical Startup Specialist

Job Type/Hours perWeek

Full-time/40 Hours per Week

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Hiring Department

Hope Center for Clinical Research

Location

UT Tyler Health Science Center

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter ofinterest, and a list of the names and contact information for three(3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions

When prompted to upload your \"resume\", upload your combined documents as one file.

• Please do not upload documents to \"Cover Letter\" or \"References\".

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the \"resume\" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply toupload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The Clinical Start-Up Specialist works collaboratively to assistwith launching new research development initiatives and coordinateresearch development ac vi es. This position initiates and nurturescritical partnerships and alliances throughout the institution'sClinical Research enterprise and serves as the primary liaison topharmaceutical industry partners and other external stakeholders.Coordinates new protocol review and start up activities. Theposition requires an in-depth knowledge of protocol requirementsand good clinical practices as set forth by federalregulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and nurture critical partnerships and alliancesthroughout the institution's research enterprise, institutionalpartners, and pharmaceutical industry and other external partnersto increase institutional research competitiveness.
• Serve as the primary liaison to pharmaceutical industrypartners and sponsors to help ensure evaluation and deployment ofnew research opportunities.
• Manage and complete study start-up activities to includecompletion of feasibility and other questionnaires, scheduling andcoordination of pre-study meetings, study qualification visits, andassisting with assigning study coordinator resources
• Work closely with the start-up team to coordinate all newprotocol review and initiation activities, including with theregulatory and contracts/billing teams.
• Serves as a liaison with designated service providers to ensuresuccessful deployment of protocol requirements.
• Accountable for scheduling and coordination of all visits tothe HCCR, including PSVs, SIVs, monitoring visits, and with MSLsand other research partners.
• Independently responsible for the initial entry and maintenanceof protocol specific documents and tracking information within theClinical Trials Management System.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• Associate's degree in related field.
• Three (3) years' experience with clinical research.
• May accept a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in clinical research management.
• Training or experience in the oncology field.
• Clinical Research Professional Certification.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Easily handle multiple projects simultaneously, working bothindependently and as a team member.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree ofaccuracy.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills,both in person and over the phone with the ability to communicatecomplex information to an audience in an understandablemanner.
• Ability to work well independently with research partners,investigators, participants, and staff with minimalsupervision.
• Possess strong skills for meeting competing deadlines,prioritizing, and supporting the investigative team.
• Demonstrated flexibility and initiative in a dynamic workenvironment.
• Establish, nurture, and maintain productive relationships withinternal and external audiences.

Working Environment

Standard hospital, clinic, and office environment.

About TheUniversity of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health ScienceCenter

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigiousUniversity of Texas System that includes 14 institutions locatedthroughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls10,000 students and consists of six colleges.

Designated an R2 research institution by the CarnegieClassification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tylersupports our surrounding region through innovation intended touplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserveecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highestCarnegie classification in East Texas.

Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education andinnovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler HealthScience Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as theuniversity medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.

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AdditionalInformation

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement Systemof Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours perweek and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas EducationCode Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States bytime of hire.

For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, pleasevisit

Clinical PositionRequirements

Clinical positions require pre-screening through our OccupationalHealth department, including a drug test. Employees are required toobtain annual influenza vaccines.

EEOStatement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment OpportunityEmployer.