Clinical Research Coordinator

University of California San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

15d • $37 - $60

About The Position

The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG) is an internationally recognized global leader in HIV clinical care, research and education and has grown to encompass a network of specialty clinics, multiple research and clinical trials, an infectious diseases/HIV education program, an international research program in East Africa and a vibrant community forum for clinicians and researchers. Dr. Lee’s research group, housed within the division, focuses on clinical and translational research, and in particular, clinical trials and observational cohort studies that focus on HIV and infectious diseases, such as SARS-CoV-2 infection. The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will work at an independent level to assist the Principal Investigators project directors, and Senior Clinical Research Coordinators with implementing study protocols, study coordination, data/specimen collection, data management, and quality assurance. The incumbent will recruit, screen, enroll, and follow study participants, and interact with health care providers, clinical researchers, collaborators, funders, and varied administrative and professional staff. The job provides an exciting opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team working on efforts to cure HIV and SARS-CoV-2 infection to identify potential novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The position will be to manage the various projects in Dr. Lee’s research group. The position will provide critical support for clinical translational (“bench-to-bedside”) research, adapting novel analysis tools to identify how infections causes disease in the host. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $37.12 - $59.69 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Requirements

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities; and/or equivalent experience/training
• Strong attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills with excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills, effective interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse participant population.
• Proven ability to work well independently, prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a timely and organized manner.
• Experience with basic laboratory processing techniques and specimen handling and shipping.
• Proficiency in database management and data entry using Microsoft Excel, Access, and RedCap.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and clearly present data and results in team meetings and other professional settings.
• Bachelor’s degree/college degree in Biological Sciences, and/or Computational Biology, or a related field, or equivalent experience/training with demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines: Good Clinical Practice Guidelines Health Information and Accountability Act (HIPAA) The Protection of Human Research Subjects CHR regulations for recruitment and consent of research participants Effective Cash Handling Procedures Environmental Health and Safety Training Fire Safety Training
• Experience with translational or clinical research trials, longitudinal cohort studies, and/or research data management.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a clinical, community health, and/or research setting.
• Comfort and experience interviewing participants on sensitive topics, including high-risk sexual behaviors and substance use
• Knowledge of sample processing for PCR-based assays, flow cytometry, and other research assays; familiarity with safe laboratory practices, reagent preparation, labeling, storage, and disposal.
• Demonstrated reliability, strong attendance, and willingness to work occasionally early morning and/or evening hours as required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Access, Word); strong internet and digital literacy skills.
• Ability to perform physical job requirements, including lifting and carrying boxes and supplies weighing up to 20-30 pounds, packing and transporting specimens, and filing charts up to 5 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in public health, Biological Sciences, and/or Computational Biology, or a related field, with advanced training and demonstrated expertise relevant to the position.
• Proficiency with the Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system, including protocol submission, renewals, amendments, and ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of patient populations and the ability to build rapport, set appropriate expectations, and assess realistic participation in research studies.
• Experience working with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental research policies, including reimbursement procedures, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations, patient safety standards, and research compliance.
• Familiarity with antiretroviral therapies, HIV-related infections, medical terminology, diagnostic specimen handling and shipping (including IATA certification).
• Advanced database management and analysis skills including R, STATA, and command line programming.
• Certification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals
• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Experience with research-related advertising, recruitment, or publication activities.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; conversational Spanish with medical terminology preferred
• Experience working in a research laboratory environment.
• Prior experience conducting laboratory-based research.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of statistical analysis
• Foundational knowledge in biology, immunology, and genetics.
• Basic understanding of statistics, supported by relevant coursework or experience.

Responsibilities

• Implementing study protocols
• Study coordination
• Data/specimen collection
• Data management
• Quality assurance
• Recruit, screen, enroll, and follow study participants
• Interact with health care providers, clinical researchers, collaborators, funders, and varied administrative and professional staff
• Manage the various projects in Dr. Lee’s research group
• Provide critical support for clinical translational (“bench-to-bedside”) research, adapting novel analysis tools to identify how infections causes disease in the host

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level