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1. Master’s degree in clinical research, life sciences, nursing, allied health sciences, public health, social sciences, or another related field

2. At least three (3) years of experience as a clinical research associate/monitor, clinical data manager, clinical research coordinator, or clinical project manager

3. At least one (1) year of teaching experience, or experience in the training of clinical research professionals

1. At least three (3) years of experience as a clinical research associate/monitor, clinical data manager, clinical research coordinator, or clinical project manager

2. At least one (1) year of teaching experience, or experience in the training of clinical research professionals

1. Industry experience working at a pharmaceutical company, medical device company, or contract research organization

2. Experience with online teaching in an academic setting

3. Current certification by a clinical research professional organization (such as the Society of Clinical Research Associates, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals, Society of Clinical Data Management, Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society, or other clinical research professional organization)

1. Ability to create and effectively deliver lecture material in both seated and online classroom settings

2. Thorough knowledge of current industry standards in clinical trial operations, clinical data management, and/or regulatory affairs

3. Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines

4. Familiarity of HHS and FDA regulations for clinical research

5. Strong organization and time management skills with great attention to detail

6. Clear written and verbal communication skills and strong, active listening abilities

7. Acts with personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality

8. Ability to work effectively as part of a virtual team to accomplish common goals and objectives

9. Demonstrates initiative and is self-driven

10. Adaptability and flexibility responds well to change

11. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills

12. Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action.

13. Committed to creating an inclusive learning environment

14. Thorough understanding and commitment to the mission and philosophy of the North Carolina Community College System.

15. Excellent computer skills, as evidenced by experience and competence with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Teams

The Clinical Trials Research Associate instructor is primarily responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating classroom/online instruction and providing related services and support activities required for optimal student learning and effective educational programming. As a member of the Clinical Trials Research Associate faculty, the instructor is also accountable for assisting and supporting the program director, fieldwork coordinator, and department dean, as needed, in meeting the program’s instructional and curricular requirements and division.

More specifically, and consistent with the employee’s current contract of appointment, the instructor is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Teach all courses as assigned for the total duration of scheduled instruction, a minimum of 15 hours per semester

2. Be fully prepared with the course syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accordance with the stated objectives of the course

3. Enforce academic policies and procedures of the College and the department at all times, and comply with all other institutional rules and regulations pertinent to classroom instruction and general employment

4. Actively participate in the curriculum revision process to maintain consistency with clinical research industry standards and accreditation requirements 

5. Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of competency-based education and the development of teaching materials

6. Serve as an academic advisor to assigned students as required and as otherwise requested or needed by individual students

7. Become proficient in technologies required for course instruction and advising including Canvas, Warpwire, Colleague, and Self-Service

8. Maintain posted office, advising, and on-campus hours sufficient to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations, as well as to meet the needs of the program, department, division, and the College

9. Assist in the recruitment of students by participation in recruitment activities on and off-campus

10. Assist the program director in the identification, preview, and acquisition of needed educational resources, including textbook selection, library materials, and other instructional provisions.

11. Take advantage of in-service training and other opportunities for continued professional development, including attendance at off­-campus activities, as feasible and generally staying abreast of developments in the field of instruction

12. Participate in program, departmental, divisional, and instructional meetings and other announced activities

13. Collaborate with colleagues across the campus to connect students with necessary support services

14. Fulfill committee assignments and other special appointments at the College, as well as the community-at-large, and otherwise give appropriate support to institutional endeavors

15. Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the program director and department dean in meeting the needs of the program, department, division, and the College

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:

1. Ability to sit and stand for long periods

2. Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs.

3. Good eye/hand dexterity