Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Grade: E

FTE: 100%

 

The Center for Definitive and Curative Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) to further the development of the Binns Program for Cord Blood Research, a joint endeavor between the Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This is an exciting opportunity to support research in stem cell and gene therapy while also gaining valuable experience as a research coordinator. Candidates must be highly motivated and willing to quickly adapt in both clinical and laboratory environments. Working under faculty supervision, the coordinator will experience direct interaction with patients, clinicians and researchers while obtaining informed consent for the donation of umbilical cord blood and processing samples for distribution to Stanford research groups. As representative of the Binns Program, the coordinator will be accountable for managing the program and matching pace with the evolving needs of cutting-edge research. This is a position of responsibility and, for individuals with a keen interest in medical science who demonstrate the ability to think analytically; solve problems creatively; and go above and beyond in both clinical and academic settings, a position of opportunity. Individuals with a desire to pursue a career in medicine or the biological sciences are encouraged to apply.

 

Duties include: 

 

Perform clerical duties in the preparation of regulatory documents. Maintain all forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs. File all appropriate correspondence. 

Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants. Review medical records and/or perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed. 

Extract data from source documents for research studies as directed. Collect data and complete case report forms.

Prepare, process, and ship specimens/samples accurately under well-defined requirements.

Order and maintain equipment and supplies.

Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities. Assist with post-study activities, as needed.

 

* - Other duties may also be assigned

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Biological sciencesSome lab experience, including familiarity with laboratory environment and universal precautions, is desiredSpanish language proficiency helpful and highly desiredAbility to learn relevant medical terminology as needed.Responsibilities

Core Duties:

• Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments; contact participants with reminders or other requirements.
• Prepare, distribute, and process questionnaires.
• Perform clerical duties in the preparation of regulatory documents. Maintain all forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs. File all appropriate correspondence.
• Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants. Review medical records and/or perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed.
• Administer standard study questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry. Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy.
• Extract data from source documents for research studies as directed. Collect data and complete case report forms.
• Perform basic measurements and tests on patients according to protocol, such as obtaining vital signs and performing phlebotomy and EKG, after appropriate training/certification. Collect study specimens according to protocol.
• Prepare, process, and ship specimens/samples accurately under well-defined requirements.
• Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities. Assist with post-study activities, as needed.
   

Minimum Education and Experience

Two-year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of medical terminology.
   

Certificates and Licenses Required

Working toward certification(s) to perform basic patient measurements and tests, such as phlebotomy and EKG.

Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License, if applicable.