Research Study Coordinator

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Study Coordinator to support clinical studies in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. This role involves coordinating research efforts, managing data, and working closely with a diverse team of professionals. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a passion for advancing healthcare through research. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and strives to make a global impact in patient care and scientific discovery. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a leading research institution while contributing to meaningful advancements in health sciences.

Qualifications

• High School graduation and sufficient experience to perform assigned duties.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical studies and assist with data collection.
• Recruit, enroll, and retain study subjects.
• Maintain data quality and assist with data analysis.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Project Management

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma

BA/BS in Neuroscience or Related Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Statistical Software

Job description

Research Study Coordinator

Neuro-Memory and Aging

Full Time

84212BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a Clinical Research Supervisor or Principal Investigator (PI), the incumbent will perform entry-level duties related to the support and coordination of clinical studies, and may receive training and development to prepare and advance for journey-level work at the next level within the series.

The A-CRC may be responsible for the coordination of one or more single or multi-site, active or follow-up clinical studies and may help design flow sheets, data forms and source documents; gather and interpret medical, surgical and laboratory data regarding clinical subjects; may apply understanding of inclusion/exclusion eligibility criteria for protocols; help recruit, enroll, register, schedule and retain study subjects; record protocol specific treatments and assure collection and shipment of samples; assist research personnel to keep patients on study schedules; complete study forms to submit to sponsors and/or appropriate agencies; collect, enter and clean data into study databases, maintaining data quality; assist with data analysis; assist with preparation of reports and tables; attend team meetings; 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.

The salary range for this position is $28.48 - $45.80 (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 Memory and Aging Center (MAC) is a clinical research unit within the UCSF Department of Neurology that investigates the clinical (neurological, cognitive, behavioral, neuroanatomic) characteristics of various neurodegenerative diseases. The Primary Investigator's (PI) research within the MAC focuses on the decision-making processes in patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Alzheimer's Disease (AD), primary progressive aphasia (PPA), and other neurodegenerative disorders.

Our mission includes delivering the most exceptional clinical care to our patients, leading transformative cutting-edge research, and training the leaders of tomorrow in both neurology and neuroscience. Our department's faculty, trainees, and staff work at a University and in a community that values and embraces diversity and strives to make an impact worldwide through our global and public health efforts

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience, and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills; excellent organizational skills; and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, 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 writing scientific correspondence
• Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative
• Detail oriented, self-motivated and a record of exceptional performance meeting multiple deadlines for concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in neuroscience or a related science and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with medical terminology.
• Experience working with elderly patients or study subjects with neurodegenerative diseases
• Ability to abstract data from medical records and transfer it to data collection forms or directly into databases.
• Experience performing statistical analysis
• Experiences preparing IRB submissions and helping with grant/manuscript preparation
• Experience analyzing data using statistical software
• MRI brain imaging experience

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

009336 CLIN RSCH CRD AST

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

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm