Clinical Research Coordinator - 121559
Job Description
#121559 Clinical Research Coordinator
Initial Review Date: Thu 3/9/2023UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
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Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 03/09/2023. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION
The UC San Diego Clinical Diabetes Research Group specializes in cutting-edge treatments and technologies for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. We collaborate as one of only 16 U.S. research centers established by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases to accelerate basic and clinical research in diabetes. Our research goal is to study medications as an adjunct therapy to insulin in Type 1 Diabetes to improve blood glucose control, weight loss, decrease the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), and cardiovascular complications.
Responsible for coordinating and managing clinical trials including providing all aspects of protocol management, screening for patient eligibility, data collection and analysis, ensuring protocol compliance, adverse reaction reports, monitoring patient treatment and toxicities, laboratory and specimen submission, and maintenance of accurate and complete clinical research files. Assist the regulatory department with Human subjects submissions, renewals, and safety reports. Provide direct assistance to the Program Manager in reviewing and verifying university research account statements, professional fee statements, and invoicing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong theoretical knowledge and/or Bachelor's Degree in a social science or basic science such as Biology, Microbiology or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Must have experience working with diabetes or metabolic disorders.
Strong knowledge of investigational protocols (data management, query resolution, protocol design and protocol implementation).
Experience with research protocol in order to screen patients for eligibility, initiate treatment plan, collect specimens, and orient participating physicians.
Demonstrated experience in clinical trials research. Strong knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, protocol design and evaluation.
Experience in research protocol start-up procedures, including: study feasibility, study activation and IRB processes, and qualification procedures. Strong experience in clinical trials research including budget negotiations and invoicing per clinical trial agreement.
Proven experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment such as CRO, academic research institution, and/or a research hospital.
Experience in providing work direction and assisting supervisor in maintaining an efficient medical research team.
Knowledge of investigational protocols especially with type 1 and type 2 diabetes (Indirect Calorimetry, Endothelial Testing (EndoPAT), glycemic clamps, OGTT & MMTT tolerance tests and insulin withdrawal tests).
Proven ability to find creative and innovative solutions to adjusting needs of the center. Ability to be resourceful and to understand the overall nature of work/responsibilities to establish useful resources and University contacts.
Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.
Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels of the organization, exercising tact, mature judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Skill at negotiating with various personalities and developing internal and external network of contacts. Excellent phone etiquette skills.
Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience in conducting searches on the internet.
Proven administrative experience, skill to coordinate complex activities and to use independent judgment to organize and prioritize office functions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to write and speak Spanish and English.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $70,157 - $112,815 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $33.60 - $54.03
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).
If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!
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