Spine Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Stanford University•Redwood City, CA

3d•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery boasts a prominent national and international presence in orthopaedic research, representing a wide range of subspecialties within the field. This research encompasses treatments for musculoskeletal issues in patients spanning from infants to older individuals. The overarching goal of the Orthopaedic Research Program is to cultivate foundational knowledge that propels the advancement of musculoskeletal injury and disease treatments. To further this mission, the Adult Spine Orthopaedic Research Program is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) to support the clinical studies. This position is expected to work onsite, engage in all facets of research, including study recruitment and enrollment, grant writing, abstract/manuscript writing, designing and implementing their own projects under faculty mentorship. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Outstanding communication and relationship building skills. Strong attention to detail, and competence to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively with limited guidance. Commitment to uphold Stanford University’s compliance with federal, state, local, and sponsor regulation. Drive to establish themselves as a leading contributor within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Stanford Medicine. Duties include: Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments; contact participants with reminders or other requirements. Prepare, distribute, and process questionnaires. Perform clerical duties in the preparation of regulatory documents. Maintain all forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs. File all appropriate correspondence. Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants. Review medical records and/or perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed. Administer standard study questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry. Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy. Extract data from source documents for research studies as directed. Collect data and complete case report forms. Perform basic measurements and tests on patients according to protocol, such as obtaining vital signs and performing phlebotomy and EKG, after appropriate training/certification. Collect study specimens according to protocol. Prepare, process, and ship specimens/samples accurately under well-defined requirements. Order and maintain equipment and supplies. Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities. Assist with post-study activities, as needed. - Other duties may also be assigned.

Requirements

Two year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
General knowledge of medical terminology.
Working toward certification(s) to perform basic patient measurements and tests, such as phlebotomy and EKG.

Nice To Haves

Interest in Orthopaedic research.
Ability to work fast and efficiently within time constraints.
Ability to work independently and comfortably with study participants.
Prior data entry and management experience.

Responsibilities

Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments; contact participants with reminders or other requirements.
Prepare, distribute, and process questionnaires.
Perform clerical duties in the preparation of regulatory documents.
Maintain all forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs.
File all appropriate correspondence.
Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants.
Review medical records and/or perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed.
Administer standard study questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry.
Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy.
Extract data from source documents for research studies as directed.
Collect data and complete case report forms.
Perform basic measurements and tests on patients according to protocol, such as obtaining vital signs and performing phlebotomy and EKG, after appropriate training/certification.
Collect study specimens according to protocol.
Prepare, process, and ship specimens/samples accurately under well-defined requirements.
Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities.
Assist with post-study activities, as needed.