Clinical Research Coordinator - Malignant Hematology program

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

6d•$34 - $55

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 Manager, Principal Investigator (PI), and/or the Associate Director for Clinical Research Programs, specifically for Malignant Hematology program; may coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies. Incumbent’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 Associate Director and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; 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 relevant regulatory documents in partnership with the Regulatory department; report study progress to investigators; participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols; and perform other duties as assigned. 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 HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities; and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirements

HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities; and/or equivalent experience/training
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
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
Certification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Experience with electronic medical records
Prior analytical and writing skills in a science/research environment
Knowledge of clinical research in oncology
Knowledge and experience in managing oncology clinical trials
Membership in a clinical research professional society
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of research, especially in the areas of biological sciences
Prior experience with various computer programs (Microsoft Office; internet-based databases) and using specialized software such as OnCore
Ability to sit and work at a computer for several hours per day
May need to travel between one or more campuses via UCSF shuttle
Ability to stand for several hours of the day
Experience in clinical research or demonstrated research or training experience that translates into a clinical research setting
Familiarity with specimen processing, or demonstrated ability to learn specimen processing in a laboratory environment
Working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn federal, state, and local research regulations and guidelines, and research practice methods in a laboratory or clinical setting
Knowledge of medical terminology, and/or the ability to apply information to the assessment, interpretation, and processing of medical data
Ability to independently interpret and apply policies, respond to requests, resolve issues, and provide assistance to faculty and staff at all levels in a team-oriented environment
Ability to work with a sensitive population of patients (oncology patients)
Ability to work across several different programs, reporting to 2-3 different supervisors
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
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 Equal Employment Opportunity

Responsibilities

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 Associate Director and/or PI with oversight of other research staff
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 relevant regulatory documents in partnership with the Regulatory department
report study progress to investigators
participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols
perform other duties as assigned