Clinical Research Jobs in San Diego, CA

Who We Are:

Platinum Dermatology Partners is a network of high-quality dermatology clinics that focus on collaborative and innovative ideas to drive growth. We offer general dermatology, cosmetic, medical, plastic surgery, and cancer screening treatments. We have over 145 clinics, over 350 providers, and more than 2300 employees in clinics across Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada, and Florida. We are a rapidly growing company that allows our doctors to focus on providing exceptional care without worrying about the operational side of the business. Our core values focus on collaboration, ownership, respect, excellence, authenticity, and integrity. Our purpose is to empower the practice of exceptional dermatology.

Company Conformance Statements:

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Position Summary: Responsible for performing all administrative aspects of clinical trial research studies based upon needs and goals of Research Program. Tasks include, but are not limited to, recruitment, completion of database logs for pre-screens, scheduling, consents, and close out of study per protocols. Provide support to PI/sub-I as requested in multiple sites.

• Perform all research coordinator duties required to adhere to FDA guidelines and study protocols, and facilitate the daily clinical trial activities required to conduct the study including, but not limited to:
• Subject recruitment, screening and enrollment
• Collection of laboratory specimens, informed consent and other data from subject.
• Maintenance of source documents including CRF (case report form) completion and review for accuracy
• Participation in site monitoring visits and audits.
• Documentation of laboratory and histological procedures. Ensure accurate labeling of slide photos.
• Filing and maintenance of all study related documents.
• Documents AE, SAE and other events and notifies principal investigator, sponsor, and appropriate agencies
• Assist physician with all procedures to include excisions, injections, laser treatments, wound care, post-op care, dressing changes among other. Set up exam room for specific procedure as indicated.
• Provide patient education and literature. Take pre- and post-treatment pictures.
• Clean pack and sterilize instruments. Assists in cleaning rooms.
• Monitor physician’s schedule to maintain timely flow.
• Ensure studies are conducted according to protocol and in accordance with GCP, ICH and FDA guidelines. Ensure IRB guideline and SOP compliance.
• Perform all research assistant duties as needed, including supporting front office and recruitment.
• Ensure all study timelines are met and study folders are kept updated and accurate.
• Work closely with the CRC, Sr CRC, investigators, sub-investigators assigned to the study.
• Oversee, participate and enter in timely manner data entry, perform study monitoring.
• Enter all data within 2 days of study visit by Research Coordinators and query resolution performed within 2 days of query. Random QC monitoring process to be established by Director and conducted by Research Coordinators in peer-to-peer inter-rated methodology.
• Perform other tasks/duties as requested or assigned
• Must be able to travel to oversee studies in multiple sites as needed.
• Coordinate study schedules with practice personnel.
• Supports other team members on study protocols and visits.
• Follow training from CRC, Sr CRC, Project Supervisor, PI and Director of Research and accomplish milestones as directed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree required. Health Sciences background preferred.
• 1 year of Research Assistant experience in a research site setting.
• Knowledge of IRB regulatory submission process, GCP, source, ICF etc.
• Some CRC experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Committed to executing exceptional patient service and satisfaction.
• Ability to support the organization’s preferences and priorities.
• Ability to generate respect and trust from colleagues and leadership.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Tactful, mature and able to interact well with diverse personalities.
• Able to exemplify professional behavior in all aspects of position.
• Computer literate with good keyboarding skills
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a phone, fax, copier, printer etc.

Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-term/Long-term disability
• Life and other voluntary plans
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Time-Off
• Company-Paid Holidays

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Physical Requirements: Must possess manual dexterity to operate office machines including computer and calculator; stooping and bending to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries. Includes handling of sharps and chemicals.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Platinum Dermatology Partners is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for applicants and Employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws.

Platinum Dermatology Partners does not permit discrimination of any type against an employee because of any of the following legally protected characteristics: gender, race, color, religion, country of origin, mental disability, physical disability, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or pregnancy.

Please note, that any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment background checks.

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