[Hiring] Pre-Award Coordinator @START Center for Cancer Research

Role Description

The START Center for Cancer Research is seeking a Pre-Award Coordinator who will be dedicated to connecting with Sponsors, CROs, sites, and key opinion leaders to advance clinical trials in the best way. In addition, this role is responsible for maintaining new study proposals in response to requests from prospective customers. This is a remote role. The annual base salary for this role is $55,000 - $65,000.

• Perform all pre-award activities from time of initial contact to official site selection for the START Network sites.
• Review, respond, and maintain the central email inbox for new study opportunities.
• Facilitate all pre-award related meetings, including but not limited to:
  • Protocol Review and Development Committee meetings
  • Pre-Study Site Visits
  • Weekly Study Start-Up Status meetings
  • Sponsor/Investigator meetings for the START Europe sites
• Coordinate facility tours prior to official site selection.
• Support execution of the Sponsor/CRO required site feasibility questionnaires for the START Network sites when applicable.
• Work within the forecasted timelines in accordance with Sponsor/CRO expectations and ensure they are met.
• Review and comply with Standard Operating Procedures and pre-award processes in a timely manner.
• Anticipate and identify issues during pre-award process, resolve minor to moderate issues independently, and escalate complex issues.
• Maintain and ensure data tracking systems are updated with pre-award milestones.
• Assist with in-service trainings and new hire trainings for staff.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, including conducting research and preparing presentations and documents as requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years’ experience in an administrative setting.
• Proficient working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software (MS Office skills such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment under compressed deadlines across several projects, each with unique requirements.

Requirements

• Experience in clinical research (monitoring, Feasibility/Study Start-Up experience).
• Understanding of medical terminology.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided.
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching.
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection.
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered.
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided.