Careers at Virginia Tech

The SACS Clinical Trials Research Coordinator will provide technical and administrative assistance to all faculty within the department, in regards to research protocols. They will Identify healthy control subjects and internal cases; schedule research appointments and rechecks; study data entry; handle research related patient care activities including data and sample acquisition, assistance with anesthesiology and special diagnostic procedures; assist with drafting IACUC applications; prep materials for research procedures, including supplies/kits for off site sample acquisition; case recruitment and marketing (attending VVMA to promote research studies, set up table for CVM Open House, communicate with primary care veterinarians about research studies); liaise with owners and referring DVMs; manage study approval process through hospital board; assist faculty with their general clinical trial needs: logistics and data management; general administrative support to include backup for ordering research supplies and assisting department needs during high volume times.

Licensed as a Veterinary Technician; ability to understand verbal and written instructions, good written and oral human relations and communication skills; Knowledge of basic nursing skills as well as knowledge of anesthetic equipment and monitoring. Proficient with venipuncture, placing intravenous catheters, performing endotracheal intubation, inducing and monitoring anesthesia.
Basic knowledge of accounting. Computer skills such as experience using word processing software, spreadsheets, email and internet; excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team environment, and ability to maintain confidentiality; must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational and time management skills, personal initiative, flexibility, and have a proactive attitude.

Previous experience working in research, an academic or higher education setting. Experience with RedCap or similar databases and automated systems such as HokieMart

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Regular

Starting at $50,000; to commensurate with experience 

9/11/2024

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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