WIRB-Copernicus Group

SUMMARY OF POSITION:  The Clinical Research (CR) Analyst I is responsible for assisting research institutions with budget development and negotiation, coverage analysis, and clinical trial management system services. The Clinical Research Analyst I will complete these critical functions in a manner designed to expedite the conclusion of the start-up process for our clients while maintaining a high level of quality.

VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:

To be considered for U.S.-based positions unless currently employed by WCG, where permitted by applicable law (including any applicable reasonable accommodation, medical or religious exemption), candidates must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by start date.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, Mathematics, or another related field.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to work in a performance-driven environment: a proactive, results-driven and goal-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply technical and scientific product-related information in a consultative manner.
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organized in nature.
• Ability to understand clinical terms and descriptors and strong investigative skills with ability to think “outside the box”.
• Excellent communication (oral/written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently; however, being a proactive team player is required
• Ability to proof-read and detect errors in typing, spelling, grammar, syntax, and punctuation required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Completing deliverables based on assigned team which may include one or more of the following

• Develop coverage analysis for clinical trials.
• Read and analyze clinical trial protocols to identify required tests/procedures.
• Code each procedure per the applicable CPT/HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Interpret Medicare policies and clinical practice guidelines to determine which procedures are billed to the sponsor and which are billed to Medicare/private insurance.
• Identify appropriate research modifiers to be placed on claims.
• Build comprehensive clinical trial budgets based on client’s preferred pricing methodologies.
• Negotiate clinical trial budgets on behalf of research institutions.
• Build protocols and financial information within client’s clinical trial management system.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform sedentary work which includes sitting for long periods of time and occasionally required to lift 25lbs (11.3 kg). Further guidance on physical activities, requirements, visual acuity, and working conditions is available in HCM.

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Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Position Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.

WCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.