Clinical Research Coordinator - Melanoma and Cutaneous Program

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for the Melanoma and Cutaneous Program. This role involves managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating data collection. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and experience in clinical research. The position offers a competitive salary range and a hybrid work style.

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical research or demonstrated research experience.
• Fluency in the usage of Committee of Human Research online system.
• Exceptional database management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage clinical research studies under guidelines.
• Oversee data and specimen management; report study results.
• Assist with training of Assistant CRCs and manage protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Database management

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School graduation

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

Microsoft Office

OnCore

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator - Melanoma and Cutaneous Program

HDF Comprehensive Cancer Ctr

Full Time

84013BR

Job Summary

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. Incumbent's 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 assist Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; 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.

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.

This position is expected to start in May 2025.

The salary range for this position is $34.32 - $55.19 (Hourly Rate).

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

Department Description

The UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (HDFCCC) holds the prestigious designation of "comprehensive" from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). We combine basic science, clinical research, epidemiology, cancer control and patient care throughout UCSF.

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to work with a sensitive population of patients (oncology patients).
• 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
• Fluency in the usage of Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of research, especially in the areas of biological sciences.
• Exceptional database management experience and prior experience with various computer programs (Microsoft Office; internet-based databases) and using specialized software such as OnCore.
• Experience with medical charts and electronic records.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for several hours per day. May need to travel between one or more campuses via UCSF shuttle. Ability to stand for several hours of the day.
• Experience in clinical research or demonstrated research or training experience that translates into a clinical research setting.
• Familiarity with specimen processing, or demonstrated ability to learn specimen processing in a laboratory
• environment.
• Working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to learn federal, state, and local research regulations and
• guidelines, and research practice methods in a laboratory or clinical setting.
• Ability to independently interpret and apply policies, respond to requests, resolve issues, and provide
• assistance to faculty and staff at all levels in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to work across several different programs, reporting to 2-3 different supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in science or related.
• Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation.
• Prior analytical and writing skills in a science/research environment
• Knowledge of clinical research in oncology, preferably melanoma.
• Knowledge and experience in managing oncology clinical trials and experience with Phase I-III trials.
• Membership in a clinical research professional society.
• Knowledge of location specific and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations, following the location's 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.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009335 CLIN RSCH CRD

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Hybrid

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday