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 stakeholders to provide guidance and support for ongoing clinical studies.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Study Coordination and Support
- Coordinate study activities at the clinical research site, including participant scheduling, informed consent process, eligibility verification, treatment adherence monitoring, and safety monitoring
- Prepare documents and reports for Institutional Review Boards review and approval
- Develop case report forms and other tools for study data collection.
- Organize and deliver training for study staff on protocols, study procedures as per requirements of the study protocol, sponsors and applicable regulations
- Manage participant recruitment, retention, and community engagement activities
- 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 budget
- 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
- Coordinate the importation, procurement and maintenance of study equipment and supplies
- Perform other relevant duties as requested
Required qualifications and skills:
- Possess a MD degree
- Fluent in both spoken and written English
- Three years experience in clinical research preferred
- Excellent adaptability, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
Salaries and Benefits: A very competitive salary, benefits and full package of SOCIAL, HEALTH & UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCES as laws required
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to email a cover letter and CV with contacts of three references 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”). The application deadline is 20 April 2025, or until the position is filled, whichever occurs first.