Classifieds: Clinical Research Coordinator (SRA III - Supv)


Sponsors: San Francisco VA Medical Center, Northern California Institute for Research and Education (NCIRE), and University of California, San Francisco
Date requested: 1/25/12

Location: San Francisco, CA

Description

Researchers (from the San Francisco VA Medical Center; Northern California Institute for Research and Education (NCIRE); and University of California, San Francisco) are conducting an investigator-initiated research study to examine the neurocognitive effects of a Phase III hypnotic medication. The incumbent will serve as the Clinical Research Coordinator for the project and will provide day-to-day study coordination activities.

Essential Functions:

  • Coordinate the daily study operations
  • Oversee systems for tracking / monitoring study progress to ensure adherence to timelines, SOPs, and applicable regulations
  • Maintain essential research study documentation
  • Work closely with the study recruiter to ensure adherence to the enrollment goals of the study
  • Responsible for providing and documenting Informed Consent
  • Schedule all assessment study visits and study procedures
  • Make necessary arrangements with the Clinical Research Center (CRC) for the inpatient hospital portion of the project, which involves scheduling with the CRC inpatient coordinator, nurse manager, research pharmacist and other core personnel
  • Perform daily and evening hospital visits to ensure adherence to the protocol
  • Coordinate with the sleep and psychological technicians to schedule the polysomnography recordings and neuropsychological performance measures
  • Maintain rapport with each participant and will assist him or her with all study procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years industry experience, with direct clinical trial management
  • MA/MS degree in psychology or related fields preferred
  • Has a thorough understanding of FDA, ICH, and GCP regulations, guidelines, policies and practices for conducting clinical investigations
  • Computer literacy with emphasis on Windows operating systems and software applications
  • Excellent interpersonal, written/oral communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and priorities to achieve desired goals
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision
NCIRE is pleased to be an equal opportunity employer

Application process, if applicable:

To apply, please visit www.ncire.org and apply for job number 2011-1786