Cardiovascular Clinical Research Specialist

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to oversee cardiovascular trials, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality data across multiple protocols. You will manage start-up activities, participate in site initiation, and coordinate with sponsors and CROs to facilitate study conduct.

The role requires experience in clinical research, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with investigators, staff, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a social or basic science, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience in clinical trials research, including drug and device trials, with knowledge of IND/IDE protocols.
• Experience with study startup workflows, IRB submissions, budget negotiations, and invoicing.
• Experience in coordinating clinical research, with cardiology protocols preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of cardiovascular clinical trials, including regulatory compliance and data quality.
• Develop and implement start-up procedures and study workflows for multiple protocols.
• Coordinate with investigators, sponsors, CROs, IRBs, and departmental teams to activate and conduct trials.
• Train and supervise research staff, and ensure adherence to GCP and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical Research

Regulatory knowledge

Data management

Study coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Science

Tools

REDCap

Velos

EPIC

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to oversee cardiovascular trials, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality data across multiple protocols. You will manage start-up activities, participate in site initiation, and coordinate with sponsors and CROs to facilitate study conduct.

The role requires experience in clinical research, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with investigators, staff, and stakeholders.