Clinical Research Coordinator
Location: Stanford, CA, United States · Reference: 200667
The Tass Lab at Stanford University's Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a
Clinical Research Coordinator to perform duties related to the coordination of
innovative clinical research studies focused on Parkinson's disease. This key
role offers a unique opportunity to partner directly with faculty to transform
groundbreaking research visions into clinical reality. This position includes
managing device trials for neuromodulation, conducting longitudinal natural
history studies, and assisting with various PI-initiated projects involving
adult subjects.
As a Clinical Research Coordinator, you will oversee complex aspects of
multiple studies under the close supervision of the Clinical Research Manager
and the Principal Investigator. You will contribute to industry, federal, and
grant-funded clinical research initiatives, providing a unique opportunity for
long-term growth within the team while also serving as an excellent launching
pad for a career in biomedical sciences.
This full-time position requires the expectation of being on-site up to five
days a week. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be necessary.
Due to the number of candidates, we kindly ask that all candidates apply
through the Stanford Careers portal only. Please do not reach out to
individuals to inquire about the position.
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 business needs.
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 :
Oversee subject recruitment and study enrollment goals. Determine
effective strategies for promoting/recruiting research participants and
retaining participants in long-term clinical trials.
Oversee data management for research projects. Develop and manage systems
to organize, collect, report, and monitor data collection. Extract,
analyze, and interpret data.
Develop project schedules, targets, measurements, and accountabilities, as
assigned. Lead team meetings and prepare/approve minutes.
Formally supervise, train, and/or mentor new staff or students, as
assigned, potentially including hiring, preparing or assisting with the
preparation of performance evaluations, and performing related duties, in
addition to instruction on project work.
Audit operations, including laboratory procedures, to ensure compliance
with applicable regulations; provide leadership in identifying and
implementing corrective actions/processes. Monitor Institutional Review
Board submissions and respond to requests and questions.
Collaborate with principal investigators and study sponsors, monitor and
report serious adverse events, and resolve study queries.
Provide leadership in determining, recommending, and implementing
improvements to policies/processes; define best practices.
Develop study budget with staff and principal investigator, identifying
standard of care versus study procedures. Track patient and study specific
milestones, and invoice sponsors according to study contract.
Ensure regulatory compliance. Regularly inspect study documents to ensure
ongoing regulatory compliance.
Work with principal investigator to ensure Investigational New Drug
applications are submitted to the FDA when applicable. Ensure
Institutional Review Board renewals are completed.
Minimum Education and Experience
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 :
Strong interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in 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.
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.
