Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in San Francisco, CA

We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to join the brain imaging groups of Dr. Yan Li and Dr. Janine Lupo at the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating research brain imaging studies. This position requires a strong background in coordination, preferably with experience working directly with clinical research coordination.

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 multiple clinical research studies, depending on their size and complexity; act as intermediary between services and departments while overseeing data and specimen management; enroll and consent patients into research studies; 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 staff/learners, 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.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Excellent organizational skills, multi-tasking, and 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
Ability to work well with patients and demonstrate patience, respect, and compassion to study participants and their families

Preferred Qualifications:

• BCBA certification or experience working with clinical research imaging studies
• Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedical imaging, applied math, engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Experience with brain imaging data processing techniques and/or programming skills is desirable
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, statistical analysis software (e.g. SPSS, R)
• Fluency in the usage of the Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system
• Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA 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