Clinical Research Coordinator Associate (Hybrid)
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: April 23, 2024
Job Description:
The Stanford Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) recruits
and follows older normal adults; older adults with mild cognitive
impairment; and patients with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's
disease, and related disorders. These studies collect information
on memory and other mental abilities, which we link with brain
imaging, biochemical and genetic markers, and autopsy results.Most
research participants will have Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's
disease or another neurodegenerative disorder; some participants
will not have any impairment.The Stanford ADRC seeks a full-time
Clinical Research Coordinator Associate. The desired candidate is
self-motivated, detail-oriented, relatively independent, patient,
punctual, and conscientious, with excellent interpersonal skills
and excellent communication skills in English. Preference will be
given to qualified candidates who are also native/fluent in Spanish
(written and verbal). Under the supervision of ADRC principal
investigator (Dr. Victor Henderson) and clinical research manager
(Veronica Ramirez), main duties include in-person and telephone
recruitment of research participants; obtaining informed consent;
scheduling and coordination of research participant visits;
maintaining longitudinal contact with participants by phone, email
and other means; data collection (particularly including
psychometric data), scoring, and entry. Training will be provided
to administer research questionnaires and administer psychometric
tests.We like working with other smart and motivated looking to
better the lives of our patients through scientific discovery. In
addition to submitting your on-line resume, include a cover letter
describing your prior experience with research participants and/or
experience working with older or neurologically impaired adults.
Also include the top 5 qualities that make this the right job for
you.Duties include*:
Serve as primary contact with
research participants, sponsors, and regulatory agencies.
Coordinate studies from startup through close-out.Determine
eligibility of and gather consent from study participants according
to protocol. Assist in developing recruitment strategies.Coordinate
collection of study specimens and processing.Collect and manage
patient and laboratory data for clinical research projects. Manage
research project databases, develop flow sheets and other study
related documents, and complete study documents/case report
forms.Ensure compliance with research protocols, and review and
audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source
documents. Prepare regulatory submissions, and ensure institutional
Review Board renewals are completed.Assemble study kits for study
visits, monitor scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinate
documents, and attend monitoring meetings with sponsors, acting as
primary contact.Monitor expenditures and adherence to study budgets
and resolve billing issues in collaboration with finance and/or
management staff.Interact with the principal investigator
regularly, ensuring patient safety and adherence to proper study
conduct.Ensure essential documentation and recording of patient and
research data in appropriate files per institutional and regulatory
requirements.Participate in monitor visits and regulatory audits.*
- Other duties may also be assigned. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent verbal and written
communication skills in English required.Excellent verbal and
written communication skills in Spanish desired.Prior experience
with patients or research subjects is desired. Preference given to
applicants with previous experience, particularly clinical research
experience, with older adults who may have neurological impairment
(e.g., Parkinson's disease) or cognitive impairment (e.g.,
Alzheimer's disease).Ability to communicate clearly and
empathetically with research participants and their families.Strong
interpersonal skills, including the ability to work easily with
research participants and research team members.Strong general
computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer
programs.Strong analytical skills and experience with computer
spreadsheets and database software.Proficiency with Microsoft
Office and Excel.Ability to work under deadlines with general
guidance.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):Two year college degree
and two years related work experience or a Bachelor's degree in a
related field or an equivalent combination of related education and
relevant experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
Strong interpersonal
skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office.Knowledge of medical
terminology.CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:Society of Clinical Research
Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals
certification is 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: Occasional evening and weekend
hours.WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates
the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and
with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates
commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety;
communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors
based on training and lessons learned.Subject to and expected to
comply with all applicable University policies and procedures,
including but not limited to the personnel policies and other
policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,
http://adminguide.stanford.edu.The expected pay range for this
position is $27.88 to $36.54 per hour.Stanford University provides
pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the
university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay
offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors
such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the
position, the qualifications of the selected candidate,
departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic
location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford
University, base pay represents only one aspect of the
comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website
(https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides
detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and
rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package
for this position may be discussed during the hiring
process.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the
University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and
employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process
should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a
contact form.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and
affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.The job duties listed are typical
examples of work performed by positions in this job classification
and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on
department or program needs without changing the general nature and
scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also
perform other duties as assigned.
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