Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Remote Opportunity)

Stanford University; Stanford (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator for a remote opportunity with minimal on-site requirements. This role involves coordinating clinical research trials focused on substance use interventions. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a background in psychology or related fields. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovative research and community engagement, where your contributions will make a significant impact on mental health and recovery efforts. A supportive work environment awaits you, emphasizing work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Clinical research experience, especially with mental health or substance use patients.
• Knowledge of GCP or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and syntheses.
• Schedule and contact participants for reminders or requirements.
• Prepare regulatory documents and maintain forms.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

BA/BS in Psychology, Human Biology, or related field

Two-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Job description

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Remote Opportunity)

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The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator remotely: on-site 1 day per week or less to perform duties related to clinical research trials evaluating preventive interventions for substance use for individuals and their families. Responsibilities include coordinating ongoing projects, participant recruitment and data collection, community stakeholder engagement, literature reviews, project tracking, and participant remuneration. Our mission is to serve our community with compassion, collaborate with interdisciplinary scientists and community partners, and lead innovative research to improve interventions for substance use. The Coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator and a senior coordinator.

Our lab seeks a team member passionate about working with individuals with substance use and mental health issues, aiming to drive innovation in recovery. We are committed to an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace that promotes work-life balance, skill development, and support. We encourage you to apply and learn more!

This is a remote role: on-site 1 day per week or less.

Responsibilities include:

1. Conduct literature reviews and syntheses
2. Conduct qualitative interviews and focus groups, analyze data
3. Schedule and contact participants for reminders or requirements
4. Prepare regulatory documents, maintain forms and logs, file correspondence
5. Assist with screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent from participants
6. Extract data from source documents
7. Process study payments and send thank you letters
8. Assist with post-study activities as needed

*Other duties may also be assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented
• BA/BS in Psychology, Human Biology, or related field
• Clinical research experience, especially with mental health or substance use patients
• Knowledge of GCP or willingness to learn
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills

Education & Experience (Required):

Two-year college degree and one year of relevant experience or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required):

• Medical terminology knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and fine grasping; occasional sitting, reaching, desk work, lifting up to 40 pounds; rare kneeling, crawling, climbing, and lifting over 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.

Work Standards:

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safety culture
• Compliance with university policies

The pay range is $23.33-$29.51 hourly, determined by factors like responsibilities, qualifications, and market rates. Stanford offers a comprehensive rewards package detailed at Cardinal at Work.

Why Stanford? We offer career growth, a caring culture, health and wellness resources, discovery opportunities, and support for diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Location: School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States.