Clinical Research Coordinator Nephrology

UCSF Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage kidney disease protocols, including industry trials and biospecimen activities. The CRC works under supervision to ensure compliance with UCSF policies and regulatory guidelines, independently handling study coordination tasks.

Responsibilities include participant recruitment, scheduling visits, data entry in RedCap and OnCore, and collaboration with clinicians and laboratories to ensure smooth study execution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with ability to perform duties.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, screen, and enroll study participants.
• Schedule visits, administer questionnaires, and perform procedures.
• Maintain research charts, data entry in RedCap and OnCore.
• Ensure data integrity and conduct quality control.
• Coordinate specimen collection, processing, labeling, shipping, and storage.
• Assist in protocol submissions and IRB-related tasks.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, GCP, HIPAA and UCSF policies.
• Prepare progress reports and audit documentation.
• Collaborate with staff, investigators, and labs.
• Phlebotomy for certified candidates.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RedCap

OnCore

Access

SPSS

CHR IRB system

Job description

Job Overview

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) reports to the Clinical Research Supervisor and/or Principal Investigator and is responsible for executing, managing, and coordinating kidney disease clinical research protocols, including industry trials, biospecimen banking, pilot studies, and other research projects. The CRC operates independently with general direction and ensures compliance with UCSF and regulatory agency policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, screen, and enroll study participants.
• Schedule and conduct study visits, administer questionnaires, and perform study procedures.
• Maintain accurate research charts, binders, and electronic data entry in RedCap and OnCore.
• Manage data integrity, conduct quality‑control procedures, and analyze study data.
• Coordinate study operations, including specimen collection, processing, labeling, shipping, and storage.
• Assist in protocol submission, renewal, and amendment in the Committee on Human Research (CHR) online system.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations (FDA, GCP, HIPAA), UCSF policies, and IRB requirements.
• Prepare and submit study progress reports, adverse events, and audit documentation.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, investigators, and external laboratories to facilitate smooth study execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including phlebotomy for certified candidates.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High‑school graduation or equivalent experience and training; demonstrated ability to perform assigned duties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with the CHR online IRB system.
• Experience with electronic medical records and data management platforms (RedCap, OnCore, Access, SPSS, etc.).
• Phlebotomy certification.
• Knowledge of UCSF policies on reimbursement, HIPAA, confidentiality, and patient safety.
• Understanding of study logistics such as specimen handling, shipping, and packaging of infectious substances.

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

Final salary and offer components are subject to UC policy approvals and depend on experience and internal equity. For further details on compensation and benefits, please refer to the UC compensation website.