Clinical Research Coordinator Associate

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate to support coordination of clinical studies. The role involves assisting PIs, coordinating multiple studies, and applying medical terminology knowledge in study documentation.

Occasional evenings and weekend hours may be required; the position works under close direction of investigators and study coordinators. A background in clinical research and strong communication skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Coordinate moderately complex aspects of at least 4 studies.
• Assist PIs and thoracic surgical residents in preparation/submission of grants and research manuscripts.
• Certification in SCRA or ACRP preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate moderately complex aspects of at least 4 studies concurrently.
• Assist PIs and residents in preparation/submission of grants and manuscripts.
• Assist with study documentation and communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical research coordination

Medical terminology

Grant support

Job description

Stanford University Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate to perform duties related to the coordination of clinical studies. The individual will coordinate moderately complex aspects of at least 4 studies simultaneous. He/she will work under close direction of the principal investigators and/or study coordinator supervisor. He/she will also assist PIs, thoracic surgical residents in preparation/submission of grants and research manuscripts. The individual will ideally have some knowledge of medical terminology. Many recent college graduates have done this position for 2-3 years then successfully applied to medical school.

Certifications & Licenses:

Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat and use fine light/fine grasping.
• Frequently sit, reach above shoulders, perform desk based computer tasks, use a telephone and write by hand, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely kneel, crawl, climb ladders, grasp forcefully, sort and file paperwork or parts, rarely lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh 40 pounds or more.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Working Conditions:

Occasional evening and weekend hours.

Work Standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.