Clinical Research Coordinator

University of California System•San Francisco, CA

43d•$34 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator will perform independently or with general direction at the fully operational journey level of the series to execute, manage, and coordinate research protocols, as directed by the Clinical Research Supervisor and/or Principal Investigator (PI); may coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies. The CRC's duties may include, but will not be limited to supporting the management and coordinating the tasks of single or multiple clinical research studies, depending on their size and complexity; act as intermediary between services and departments while overseeing data and specimen management; manage and report on study results; create, clean, update, and manage databases and comprehensive datasets and reports; coordinate staff work schedules, assist with training of Assistant CRCs, and assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; manage Investigator's protocols in the Committee on Human Research online system, as well as renewals and modifications of protocol applications and the implementation of new studies; participate in the review and writing of protocols to ensure institutional review board approval within University compliance; help assure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies; oversee study data integrity; implement and maintain periodic quality control procedures; interface with departments to obtain UCSF approval prior to study initiation; maintain all regulatory documents; report study progress to investigators; participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols; and perform other duties as assigned. The study coordinator will work directly with our study primary investigators, in the Department of Neurology on multiple research projects within the Neurological Emergency Research Group. This role will require the study coordinator to work with neurologically impaired patients including those who have suffered a stroke, traumatic brain injury, cardiac arrest and other injuries or diseases, in the inpatient setting including but not limited to the ED, ICU, ward services and outpatient research setting. The study coordinator will be required to work onsite at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and UCSF Hellen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights as well as other locations as needed. Primary duties will require work onsite.. The study coordinator will have the opportunity to have direct patient interaction, meaningful networking and collaboration with members of the UCSF scientific community as well as collaborating institutions. We are seeking an experienced and highly organized individual to lead as the primary coordinator on key projects in the research group. Ability to think critically to manage complex administrative, regulatory and logistical challenges is critical. The study coordinator will coordinate complex studies in the in-patient and out-patient setting. The ideal candidate will have clinical research experience in a fast paced and high-pressure environment. Enrollment in the Neuro Emergency Research Group often occurs within a very tight time frame in an acute emergency environment. The candidate must be able to interact collaboratively with physicians, nurses, patients, and be able to use sound judgement. The research that we are doing changes the way patients are treated in the future; we are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team! 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 $34.32 - $55.19 (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

Attention to detail
strong interpersonal skills
excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with subjects, team members, other departments and outside institutions
the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse subject population
Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines
HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities
Interest and ability to work with patients in the inpatient setting
Ability to work extended hours and/or nights, weekends or holidays as needed
Clinical research experience

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and understanding of stroke, traumatic brain injury and/or cardiac arrest
Clinical research project management skills including proven ability to manage complex systems with competing priorities
Fluency in the usage of Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system
Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation
Experience with electronic medical records
Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations, following the UCSF mission statement and purpose for research, and a clear understanding of policies and procedures on patient safety and confidentiality (electronic and hard copy medical records, patient charts, communication, etc.)
knowledge of medical terminology, research policies and guidelines, guidelines for packing/shipping infectious substances, database building/analysis, and data management within some of the following: Access, Stata, SASS/ SPSS, and Teleform programming platforms
Data analysis skills
Experience or familiarity in biostatistics
Experience or familiarity with programming in R or Python
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 subjects
Effective Cash Handling Procedures
Environmental Health and Safety Training
Fire Safety Training

Responsibilities

execute, manage, and coordinate research protocols
coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies
supporting the management and coordinating the tasks of single or multiple clinical research studies, depending on their size and complexity
act as intermediary between services and departments while overseeing data and specimen management
manage and report on study results
create, clean, update, and manage databases and comprehensive datasets and reports
coordinate staff work schedules
assist with training of Assistant CRCs
assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff
manage Investigator's protocols in the Committee on Human Research online system, as well as renewals and modifications of protocol applications and the implementation of new studies
participate in the review and writing of protocols to ensure institutional review board approval within University compliance
help assure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies
oversee study data integrity
implement and maintain periodic quality control procedures
interface with departments to obtain UCSF approval prior to study initiation
maintain all regulatory documents
report study progress to investigators
participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols
perform other duties as assigned
coordinate complex studies in the in-patient and out-patient setting