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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT – CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR

The University of North Carolina in Vietnam is a research organization of the University of North Carlina at Chapel Hill, USA. We are conducting studies on new therapies for HIV and TB treatment and prevention as well as mental health interventions targeting key populations, including people living with HIV, TB patients, men who have sex with men, transgender woman and people who inject drugs. We are in partnership with clinical trial networks of the US National Institute of Health (NIH) such as the HIV/AIDS Prevention Trial Network (HPTN) and Advancing Clinical Therapeutic Globally (ACTG). In order to expand our operations, we are now seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our team as Clinical Research Coordinator.

Position: Clinical Research Coordinator

Full-time, based in Hanoi

Report to: Clinical Research Manager /and Investigator of Record

Position Summary:

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will oversee and perform daily clinical trial activities to ensure the studies are conducted in compliance with protocols, as well as local and international requirements. The CRC will work closely with participants, study teams, hospitals & healthcare organizations, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill experts, monitors, Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), sponsors , and other stake holders to provide guidance and support for ongoing clinical studies.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Study Coordination and Support

Prepare documents and reports for Institutional Review Board (IRB) review and approval
Develop case report forms and other study data collection tools
Organize and deliver training for study staff on protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Coordinate study activities at the clinical research site, including participant scheduling, informed consent process, eligibility verification, treatment adherence monitoring, and safety monitoring
Manage participant recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts
Collaborate with healthcare facilities, research networks, and community partners to support study implementation
Maintain meticulous records and documentation of all study activities, participant data, and regulatory compliance.
Prepare progress reports, technical reports, and other study documentation

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality control processes
Monitor daily study operations to ensure compliance with SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and all applicable regulations
Review consent forms, participant records, adverse event reports, and other study documents to verify data quality and integrity

Study Operations

Develop plans for preparing research facilities, equipment, and staffing
Participate in the development of study budgets
Oversee administrative and logistical tasks at the clinical research site
Manage the work schedules and assignments of the clinical research staff
Track and report on the completion of research milestones and metrics

May perform other job-related duties as requested or required.

Required qualifications and skills:

Possess a MD degree
Fluent in both spoken and written English.
Excellent adaptability, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Attention to detail.

Salaries and Benefits: Competitive salary

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to email a cover letter and CV with contacts of three references and to Mrs. Tran Thi Le Hang at [email protected] and Mrs. Le Thi Thanh at [email protected] (in the subject line, please put “Application for Clinical Research Coordinator _ full name”), or by post to the UNC office at Room 407-408, Building A2, Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound, 298 Kim Ma street, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi no later than 30 August 2024.

We regret to inform that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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