Clinical Research Specialist

Where You’ll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) 

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinical Research Professional, you will be instrumental in advancing medical knowledge by expertly managing and executing clinical trials. You will ensure the highest standards of data integrity, patient safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the research process.Every day you will manage trial activities, including participant recruitment, data collection, and documentation, serving as a key liaison for all stakeholders. You will ensure strict adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements from study initiation to completion.To be successful in this role, you will bring relevant clinical research experience and a strong understanding of regulatory guidelines (e.g., GCP, FDA). Your exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively will be crucial in this dynamic field.

The Lonnie and Muhammad Ali Movement Disorder Center is searching for an experienced clinical research coordinator to fill our Clinical Research Specialist position.  The position is responsible for the conduct of clinical research studies under the oversight of the principal investigator.  Responsibilities will include recruiting, maintaining study logs, conducting informed consent discussions, scheduling and completing study visits per protocol and completing required visit documentation.  The Clinical Research Specialist will be the primary liaison with study sponsors through the conduct of the study.  Previous experience with Parkinson’s disease studies is preferred.  The ability to multi-task and remain organized in a high volume clinical trial setting is required. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of human research policies, regulations, procedures and standards as according to HIPAA, IRB, FDA, ICH, and GCP guidelines is required. Coordinates and schedules subject study visits to ensure adequate supplies, procedures and investigator availability Provides study specific, individualized education to study subjects and families. Ensures all appropriate subject consents are obtained. Collects and processes protocol required specimens. Acts as a liaison between Sponsor, Investigator, and Study Subject Collects all required study data and completes CRFs in a timely, accurate manner. Ensures study documents are maintained in compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and policies (i.e. FDA, OHRP, IRB). Collaborates with Investigator to identify adverse events/ serious adverse events to ensure study subject safety and accurate and timely reporting. Ensures appropriate internal and external customer service by demonstrating professional interactions with Sponsor, study monitors, and other departments. Complies with all regulatory and policy requirements. Demonstrates knowledge of federal and state regulations, guidelines, and policies governing the conduct of clinical trials.

The Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Division is seeking a Clinical Research Specialist to join our team. As as a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence, and Huntington’s disease Center of Excellence, we strive to offer the best care to our patients. We are also a world leader in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for the treatment of movement disorders.

Our research division continues to expand offering cutting edge research and excellent patient care!

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates degree in related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/ or job-related experience in lieu of degree 
• Minimum  Two (2) years related experience 
• Competent in computer skills including the Microsoft Office products

Preferred

• Three (3) years clinical research experience
• Bachelor's Degree in related field