Senior Clinical Research Coordinator

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor degree with an educational background in medicine and/or scientific field (biological sciences, social sciences, etc.)
• 2 years of experience as a clinical research coordinator with GCP and other clinical research trainings or experiences (SOCRA, ACRP)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with managing clinical data entry and capture in a research setting
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications in a previous administrative setting
• Experience training, mentoring, and/or supervising others on topics related to clinical research conduct and management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience in clinical research, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database applications.
• Experience with research protocols and regulatory or governing bodies, which include HIPAA and FDA regulations, Institutional Review Board requirements, and Good Clinical Practices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred. May require a valid California Driver’s License. Additional trainings and competencies obtained through continuing education, training coursework, webinars, etc. in any area of performing clinical research is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

·         Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat and use fine light/fine grasping.

·         Occasionally sit, reach above shoulders, perform desk based computer tasks, use a telephone and write by hand, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.

·         Rarely kneel, crawl, climb ladders, grasp forcefully, sort and file paperwork or parts, rarely lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh 40 pounds or more.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·         Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or exposure to chemicals, blood, body fluid or tissues and risk of exposure to contagious diseases and infections.

·         May require extended or unusual work hours, including weeknights and weekends, based on research requirements and business needs.

Position may be required to support studies that are conducted at off-site clinics (within a 50-mile radius of the main campus).  Incumbent will need to provide own transportation with the ability to get to/from these off-site clinics.