Clinical Research Coordinator

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

9d•$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 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. 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 other team members, and assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; enter study data into databases and checked data entry for quality assurance, participate in project team meetings, evaluate eligibility criteria for research participation for report to study PI, enroll/register/schedule/retain study participants, collection of clinical data and shipment of biological samples, ensure participants are evaluated according to study protocol, 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 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. 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 other team members, and assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; enter study data into databases and checked data entry for quality assurance, participate in project team meetings, evaluate eligibility criteria for research participation for report to study PI, enroll/register/schedule/retain study participants, collection of clinical data and shipment of biological samples, ensure participants are evaluated according to study protocol, 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 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. 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 other team members, and assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; enter study data into databases and checked data entry for quality assurance, participate in project team meetings, evaluate eligibility criteria for research participation for report to study PI, enroll/register/schedule/retain study participants, collection of clinical data and shipment of biological samples, ensure participants are evaluated according to study protocol, 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.

Requirements

HS degree or equivalent 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
Excellent presentation skills
excellent organizational skills
excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment
project management and coordination skills
ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines on concurrent projects
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians
Experience with geriatric, medical, or public health patient populations
Basic knowledge of social science research design and statistical analyses
Research interviewing experience with structured psychiatric instruments and/or disability measures
Experience administering neuropsychological tests with older adults
Recruitment experience with older adults and psychiatric patient populations
Fluency in the usage of Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Neuroscience
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
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
Demonstrated proficiency with medical terminology
Experience working with patients or study subjects
Prior experience with use of neuropsychological, psychological and disability measures in older adults
Knowledge about and previous experience with mental health issues in older adults
Knowledge of local mental health facilities and resources
Knowledge of relevant literature regarding older adults, Hoarding Disorder, and Late Life Depression
Clinical education/experience
Experience with SPSS statistical package
Experience with EndNote program
Knowledge of statistics
Experience scheduling neuroimaging scans and neuroimaging protocols

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 other team members, and assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff
enter study data into databases and checked data entry for quality assurance
participate in project team meetings
evaluate eligibility criteria for research participation for report to study PI
enroll/register/schedule/retain study participants
collection of clinical data and shipment of biological samples
ensure participants are evaluated according to study protocol
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