UCSF·Oakland, California
Execute and coordinate clinical research protocols in the Department of Pediatrics, managing data collection and specimen management. Responsibilities include maintaining regulatory documents, ensuring IRB approval, and reporting study progress to investigators.
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) in the Department of Pediatrics located at Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland; may coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies.
Incumbent’s duties may include, but will not be limited to supporting the management and coordinating the tasks of single or multiple clinical research studies, depending on their size and complexity; act as intermediary between services and departments while overseeing data and specimen management; manage and report on study results; create, clean, update, and manage databases and comprehensive datasets and reports; coordinate staff work schedules and assist the Clinical Research Supervisor and/or PI with oversight of other research staff; manage Investigator’s protocols in the Committee on Human Research online system, as well as renewals and modifications of protocol applications and the implementation of new studies; participate in the review and writing of protocols to ensure institutional review board approval within University compliance; help assure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies; oversee study data integrity; implement and maintain periodic quality control procedures; interface with departments to obtain UCSF approval prior to study initiation; maintain all regulatory documents; report study progress to investigators; participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols; and perform other duties as assigned.
The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest departments in the School of Medicine with 20 specialty divisions and over 400 faculty members, of which 12% have identified as underrepresented in medicine. The Department’s annual revenue is $230 million. The residency program is ranked 5th in the country by US News World and Report, with 42% of Interns identified as underrepresented in medicine. The Department received 5 NIH Diversity Supplements in 2022 and is currently ranked 14th amongst all Departments of Pediatrics by Blue Ridge Institute with $28 million in NIH funding.
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.
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 [https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values].
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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Requires a high school diploma and sufficient experience in clinical research coordination with strong communication skills. A bachelor's degree in biology and proficiency with the CHR online system are preferred.
Market context
Clinical Research Coordinator jobs in California are often tied to hospitals, academic medical centers, and research sites that need careful study coordination and patient-facing communication. This role is competitive because employers look for strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to keep pace in a busy clinical setting; the requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, review your experience with study documentation, participant coordination, and fast-paced clinical workflows.
