Clinical Research Coordinator - infectious diseases / HIV

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

21h•$35 - $39

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will provide research coordination for the UCSF ID Clinical Research Center (SF IDRC), within the HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine (HIVIDGM) Division. Our unit conducts new and ongoing clinical trials focused on several infectious diseases, including HIV, COVID-19, viral hepatitis, sexually transmitted infections and monkeypox. In this role, the coordinator will help screen, enroll, assist with all aspects of study visits and follow-up, including data entry and coordination with the investigational pharmacy. This position 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 CRC will have contact with potential or enrolled participants who are COVID suspects or have confirmed COVID or other viral/respiratory infections such as influenza or tuberculosis and will be given appropriate training on infection control and PPE use. 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 budgeted range for this role is $35.35 – $39.03 per hour. 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 participants, team members, other departments, and outside institutions and clinicians
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse participant population
Ability to work well independently after training, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines
Superior organizational skills, oral/written communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy
Responsible, motivated, efficient
Able to take initiative, prioritize, think critically, and meet deadlines
Comfortable working both independently and in a team setting
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with a wide range of health professionals, administrators, and research subjects
Comfortable interviewing participants on sensitive issues including high risk sexual practices, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance use
Able to carry boxes and supplies weighing up to 20-30 pounds, pack specimens into shipping containers, and deliver specimens to lab in a timely manner
Able to file heavy charts (up to 5 lbs.) in file cabinets
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs with emphasis on Excel, Access, Word, Publisher
Savvy internet user and experience using smartphone applications
Demonstrate excellent attendance and reliability
Work during some evening hours and/or early morning hours required, possible weekend hours

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree in related field
Experience working with populations living with HIV and/or on HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) of other infectious agents
Knowledge of clinical research practices and longitudinal cohort studies
Two years’ experience in clinical, community health setting and/or research setting
Two years’ experience handling diagnostic specimens including safe handling and shipping practices
Advertising/publishing experience to assist with developing outreach and recruitment strategies
Fluency in the usage of UCSF IRB online IRIS system
Comfortable using social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for outreach and recruitment
Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse groups
Experience with electronic medical records, with established access to EPIC
California Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT-1)
Familiarity with treatments for HIV-related infections, HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis, and medical terminology
Knowledgeable in biological sample collection techniques, including working knowledge of tubes and procedures required for blood draw of clinical laboratory tests, and sample processing for T-cell assays, flow cytometry, and other research assays
Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques (safe handling practices, preparing and labeling samples and reagents for studies, proper use, storage, and disposal of reagents)
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 and guidelines for packing/shipping infectious substances
Bilingual in Spanish and English or another language other than English
Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines: Good Clinical Practice Guidelines Health Information and Accountability Act (HIPAA) The Protection of Human Research Subjects IRB regulations for recruitment and consent of research subjects Effective Cash Handling Procedures Environmental Health and Safety Training Fire Safety Training Safe shipping practices (IATA) Equal Employment Opportunity