Clinical Research Coordinator

MED-CORE-PULM

Full Time

76068BR

Job Summary

The Clinical research Coordinator (CRC) will perform independently or with general direction at the fully operational level of the series to execute, manage, and coordinate research protocols, as directed by the Clinical Research Supervisor and/or Principal Investigator (PI; Dr. Golden); may coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies.

The position is with Dr. Jeffrey Golden’s Interstitial Lung Disease Research team in the Department of Medicine, within the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Golden’s team engages in a program of research which examines the safety and efficacy of various investigational drug treatments for Interstitial Lung Diseases. Dr. Golden’s team supports additional Principal Investigators to with Pulmonary Hypertension research and other observational and interventional trials.  

The CRC will take ownership of multiple human Phase II, III, open-label clinical research trials. These studies may be investigator-initiated, industry sponsored, and/or NIH sponsored. The patients who participate in these studies often have multiple health issues that make coordination of these trials especially challenging. This role requires a high level of comfort and skills with communicating with providers, staff, and diverse patient populations in clinical and research settings.

The CRC is responsible for the planning, implementation and daily operation of a group of drug/device, observational, database-related, or interventional trials in pulmonary medicine. Reporting to the Clinical Trials Manager for the ILD Program, the CRC is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of these clinical research trials including consenting, scheduling and running patient visits, proper documentation following Good Clinical Practice and ALCOA guidelines, tracking patient health, reporting data, and meeting with representatives of sponsoring organizations.  The CRC will also work with the Clinical Trials Manager to ensure the correct systems are in place to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and will be responsible for the assistance in preparation and management of CHR applications, CHR submissions, and study audits. The CRC will be trained to conduct phlebotomy work.

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Department Description

The Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine Division and the Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Lung Biology Center in the Department of Medicine (DOM) have a long history of providing outstanding clinical care, performing innovative research and training academic scientists and physicians. We currently have active, well-funded clinical, translational and basic research programs in lung development, international lung health, pulmonary immunology, genetics of pulmonary and allergic diseases, lung transplantation, microbial pathogenesis, airway diseases, acute lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary malignancies and pulmonary health disparities. Our large, National Institutes of Health (NIH) training grant has been continuously funded since 1966. Nearly a quarter of all academic pulmonologists in the United States have trained at UCSF. This combined unit includes: seven outpatient clinics, four inpatient services, a pulmonary function diagnostic center, 15 independent wet labs, four independent research service cores, six independent clinical research units, one specialty destination program, and the Nina Ireland Program in Lung Health focusing on philanthropic activities.

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities ; and/or equivalent experience/training
• Phlebotomy license/certification from the California Department of Public Health Phlebotomy Program; or certification and training must be obtained within 6 months of employment.” 
• Knowledge of the research process required to execute research protocols
• Knowledge of IRB/CHR requirements, FDA regulations, and Good Clinical Practices is required to carry out safe and appropriate research with human subjects
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other related-field and one year of experience in administrative analysis or operations research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience conducting study-related medical procedures (e.g., ECG, pulmonary function tests, six minute walk tests, questionnaires, obtaining vital signs)
• Fluency in the usage of 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

License/Certification

• Phlebotomy license/certification from the California Department of Public Health Phlebotomy Program; or certification and training must be obtained within 6 months of employment.” 

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.

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)

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Additional Shift Details

Mon- Fri, 40 hours/week