Clinical Research Coordinator Associate
Location: Stanford, CA, United States · Reference: 200372
Stanford University's Departments of Neurosurgery and Neuro-oncology are
seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate (CRCA) to perform duties
related to the coordination of the department's biobanking program. The CRCA
will coordinate this program and any associated studies under the close
direction of the manager and principal investigator(s). The CRCA primary
responsibilities will include: to recruit, screen and enroll subjects;
Specimen collection, processing, storage and shipment; and assist with
regulatory and financial requirements of the trial(s). We are seeking
candidates with excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to
follow through with specifically assigned deliverables. Some previous wet lab
experience would be beneficial. There are opportunities for long term growth
within the team, or the position can be a launching pad for a career in the
biomedical sciences. This CRCA position is a full-time position, and a
commitment of at least two years is preferred. CRCAs are expected to be
available on site for up to 5 days a week. This position may require
occasional evening and weekend hours.
Interested candidates, please apply with your resume and a cover letter.
Please describe your background, interests, and future goals in the cover
letter.
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 based on research requirements
and study's needs.
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,
https:// adminguide.stanford.edu.
Responsibilities
Core Duties :
Serve as primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and
regulatory agencies. Coordinate studies from start-up through closeout.
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.
Minimum Education and Experience
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 :
Strong interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research
Professionals certification is preferred.
Qualifications
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Drivers License Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C
Driver's License.
Ability to drive day or night.
When conducting university business, must comply with the California
Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
