Research coordinators are critical members of clinical research teams. However, they may come from backgrounds which may not include specific training in healthcare. Their clinical research training has often been hands-on and experiential, which carries the risk of significant inconsistencies and deficiencies. Having a well-trained research coordinator workforce is essential to grow and expand clinical research. To address this need at the University at Buffalo and its clinical affiliates, the UB Clinical Research Office (CRO) and the UB Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) have developed the following training program for individuals who are newly minted research coordinators or those aspiring to become research coordinators.
Prerequisites:
Institutional Review Board (IRB) required Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative
Optional but recommended CITI courses:
Instructions for CITI access and listing of required course work may be found here:
Course components:
Shadowing with experienced research coordinators
Observing an experienced research coordinator at work is a valuable learning experience which crystallizes the concepts of good clinical practice. Arrangements will be made for the trainee to spend time shadowing a research coordinator either the department where they will be working or within the Clinical Research Center.
Contact the Program Coordinator for more information:
Sevie Kandefer
sk293@buffalo.edu
716-829-6019
To begin the Clinical Research Training Program, reach out to the Program Coordinator. Once training is complete, a Completion Certificate will be awarded to the trainee.