Clinical Research Coordinator
San Francisco, CA 
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Job Description
Clinical Research Coordinator

MED-ZSFG-HMON

Part Time

78559BR

Job Summary

The AIDS and Cancer Specimen Resource (ACSR)

The McGrath Laboratory is one of the basic science research components of the UCSF Hematology-Oncology Program at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, a division of the Department of Medicine. One of the major programs affiliated with the McGrath Laboratory is the AIDS and Cancer Specimen Resource (ACSR), established 30 years ago by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to encourage and facilitate research in HIV and associated diseases. As the country's leading repository for well documented human tissue and biological samples, the ACSR acquires, maintains, and distributes biospecimens and related data to eligible investigators conducting research in fields related to HIV/AIDS including cancer, virology, immunology, pathology, epidemiology, tumor biology, and assay development. The ACSR also serves as the biorepository for the NCI funded AIDS Malignancy Consortium and Anal Cancer/HSIL Outcomes Research (ANCHOR) study. The ACSR is currently comprised of 5 regional biospecimen repository sites, UCSF, Baylor College of Medicine, George Washington University, Stellenbosch University (South Africa), and University of Sao Paolo (Brazil); a technology core at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, and a data and informatics unit known as the Hub for Integrated Informatics and Research Support (HIIRS).

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.

As an experienced professional contributing to the ACSR) in its Hub for Integrated Informatics and Research Support (HIIRS), the incumbent's duties will include, but will not be limited to, supporting the management of data by abstracting EMR or other health record data, cleaning, harmonizing and updating data in REDCap databases or for upload to REDCap databases, in other comprehensive datasets and for reports; participation in project-related meetings and other data- and database-related activities as needed; helping to assure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies; overseeing study data integrity by implementing and maintaining periodic quality control procedures and creating data-related SOPs and other data-related support/tracking documents; interfacing with various stakeholders, collaborators, consultants to further optimize the database for research; maintaining regulatory documents; reporting progress to investigators; participating in internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols; and performing other duties as assigned.

Housed in the Department of Medicine, the Hematology-Oncology Division at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital is dedicated to excellence in learning, teaching, research and providing comprehensive, compassionate care to all patients with cancer and blood disorders. The division's activities include providing specialty care to patients in the clinic and on the inpatient medical wards, clinical and policy research on vulnerable populations, and clinical & multi-disciplinary teaching of medical students, residents, fellows and visiting scholars. The division is funded by several mechanisms including federal, state, city, private and industry and has an operating budget of over $8 million.

Our division aspires to be an actively anti-racist group. We welcome applicants who will contribute to our institution-wide efforts celebrating our cultural backgrounds and be resolute in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism activities.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The Division of Hematology/Oncology is one of the largest Divisions in the Department of Medicine (DOM). Currently, the Division has 80 + Full-time faculty, 18 part-time and/or volunteer faculty, 26 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and non-ACGME fellows, 13 post-doctoral fellows, 32 Non faculty appointments and 57 administrative and research staff. The Division's primary research, clinical and teaching functions are primarily split between the Parnassus, Mission Bay and Mount Zion campuses, although the faculty, fellows, and staff have appointments and clinical, research, and educational activities at San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH), and Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC).

Required Qualifications

  • High School graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities
  • Experience in clinical trials coordination or cancer treatment gained while in school or related experience/training
  • 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.
  • Experience with electronic medical records
  • Knowledge of scientific methodology and an understanding of oncology and HIV treatments necessary to comprehend scientific protocols and clinical annotation

Preferred Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree in life sciences or related scientific discipline
  • Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while also giving insight to what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation
  • Demonstrate excellent attendance and reliability
  • Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPAA 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, R, 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

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

009335 CLIN RSCH CRD

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

50%

Location

Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with some early morning and evening hours as needed; hybrid with remote options


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. Further information about the University of California, San Francisco, is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. UCSF seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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