Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Neuro-Memory and Aging

Full Time

76863BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision and guidance of the Principal Investigator and Clinical Research Supervisor at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center (MAC) RabLab the Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) will perform entry-level duties will be responsible for the coordination of one or more single or multi-site, clinical research trials by serving as a liaison between the UCSF PET Neuroimaging Team researchers and other research collaborators and participants. This position will assist in the design of flow sheets for the PET scan visual read process and source documents; gather, inspect, enter, and clean imaging data provided on research participants; apply the understanding of inclusion/exclusion eligibility criteria for protocols; complete study forms to submit to sponsors and/or appropriate agencies; assist clinicians and ensure prompt completion of the data entry of clinical PET imaging reads and digital dissemination of results to all study sites; maintain database and perform quality control checks; assist with preparation of data visualizations, creating tables, figures, and graphs for presentations, manuscripts and grant applications; attend team meetings; and perform other duties as assigned. The ACRC is not required to have specialized training to perform these duties and candidate will be trained on-the-job to meet the responsibilities of the position.

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Department Description

The UCSF Memory and Aging Center’s (MAC) mission is to deliver superb patient care to patients with neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, we aim to discover the causes of and develop treatments for these disorders, and to educate each generation of medical students, neurology residents, postdoctoral fellows, and international scholars in the highest quality of clinical care and research.

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities or equivalent training/experience
• Demonstrated interest in cognitive neuroscience or neurodegenerative disease (as shown by coursework or previous work/volunteer experience).
• Ability to work well independently and as part of multiple teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and effectively in an environment with competing priorities to meet project goals and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of neurobiology and brain anatomy.
• Previous experience with data management.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication when drafting study documents and engaging with colleagues, participants, and their families.
• Experience working closely with patients and their families, particularly within the geriatric population.
• Knowledge of IRB protocols, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

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

009336 CLIN RSCH CRD AST

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

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

Additional Shift Details

M-F 8AM-5PM