Clinical Research Coordinator

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Francisco is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage and coordinate various clinical research studies. The role involves data collection, staff training, and compliance with regulatory agencies. Candidates should possess a high school degree or equivalent, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers an opportunity to work within a prominent institution dedicated to mental health research and diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well independently and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Experience with geriatric, medical, or public health patient populations.
• Basic knowledge of social science research design and statistical analyses.
• Recruitment experience with older adults and psychiatric patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection and operations of several clinical research studies.
• Manage and report on study results and oversee study data integrity.
• Participate in writing of protocols and ensure institutional review board approval.
• Collect clinical data and manage the entry of study data into databases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Multitasking ability

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Relationship building

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Neuroscience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SPSS

Job description

Job Description

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.

The 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 check 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, collect 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.

Department Description

The UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (DPBS) is among the nation's foremost resources in the field of child, adolescent, and adult mental health. Psychiatry faculty members are recognized for their leadership roles in state-of-the-art, comprehensive, and compassionate patient care, pioneering research, excellence in training the next generation of leaders, advancing public policy to advance mental health, and commitment to diversity. Department programs are active at all major UCSF campuses.

Qualifications

• 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; and 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; and 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 HIPAA 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

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. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html.