Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Neuro-Memory and Aging

Full Time

77576BR

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 serve as a liaison between PET Core staff, researchers, other research collaborators and clinicians from the MAC, and research participants by performing entry-level duties related to the support and coordination of single- and multi-site clinical trials and observational studies in the field of neurodegenerative disease. Duties include assisting with the preparation and sharing of clinical and imaging results at multi-disciplinary clinical meetings and with participants and their families or caregivers; assisting with data presentation tasks (tables, figures, graphs) for presentations, manuscripts and grant applications; maintaining the database of imaging studies and results; triaging data requests and preparing data and protocols for collaborators and human research committees. Additional administrative tasks may be assigned as needed to help design flow sheets, data forms, and other types of source documents. 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 Memory and Aging Center (MAC) is a clinical research unit within the UCSF Department of Neurology that investigates the clinical (neurological, cognitive, behavioral, neuroanatomic) characteristics of various neurodegenerative diseases. The Primary Investigator’s (PI) research within the MAC focuses on the decision-making processes in patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Alzheimer's Disease (AD), primary progressive aphasia (PPA), and other neurodegenerative disorders.

Our laboratory is under the scientific direction of Dr. Gil Rabinovici, MD and Dr. Renaud La Joie, PhD. Data Analysts are directly supervised and mentored by Dr. Daniel Schonhaut, PhD and Dr. La Joie. The lab’s mission is to advance the understanding of heterogeneous neurodegenerative diseases using novel molecular imaging tools and other biomarkers, with the goal of developing personalized care and tailored treatments for people with cognitive impairment and dementia. We are housed within the UCSF Memory and Aging Center (MAC) in the Department of Neurology. Along with conducting our own research program, we serve as the PET Imaging Core for the larger MAC community and for several ongoing, multi-site research studies and clinical trials. The MAC is directed by Dr. Bruce Miller and includes specialists from a wide variety of disciplines—including neurology, neuropsychology, geriatrics, geropsychiatry, pharmacy, nursing, social work, and speech pathology—who work together to evaluate patients, design care and treatment plans, refer patients for enrollment in research and clinical trials, and foster community engagement and equitable access to clinical care and research involvement. MAC investigators evaluate and care for people with declining memory and cognitive capabilities due to a wide spectrum of neurodegenerative diseases associated with aging, including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome, rapidly progressive dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, and Huntington’s disease.

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 a fast-paced environment 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

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm