Spectrum Study Coordinator (Onsite)

Spectrum Study Coordinator (Onsite) The Office of the Senior Associate Dean of Research at Stanford School of Medicine supports a broad portfolio of clinical and translational research infrastructure through Spectrum, a collection of service centers that enable high‑quality, protocol‑driven research. Spectrum includes the Clinical and Translational Research Unit, Biobank, BSL3, Cryo‑EM, and TCI3, which collectively support investigators across a wide range of clinical research studies. SADR is seeking a Spectrum Study Coordinator (Clinical Research Coordinator Associate) to serve as a centralized liaison across Spectrum service centers, supporting study intake, onboarding, and operational coordination. This role is a research‑facing position responsible for working directly with study teams and investigators to assess study needs, determine feasibility, and coordinate services across multiple clinical and laboratory environments. Duties include: Serve as the primary intake and onboarding coordinator for studies across Spectrum service centers (CTRU, Biobank, BSL3, Cryo‑EM, TCI3). Review study protocols, lab manuals, and documentation to assess feasibility and operational requirements. Engage directly with study teams to understand research needs and determine appropriate service support. Coordinate study start‑up activities, ensuring alignment across clinical, laboratory, and operational teams. Identify operational risks, gaps, or constraints and propose solutions during intake and onboarding. Coordinate specimen workflows, including collection, processing, storage, and shipment across service centers. Maintain study tracking systems and support data accuracy across research and operational platforms. Collaborate with finance teams to align study scope with budget and service requirements. Ensure compliance with institutional, regulatory, and protocol requirements during study setup. Partner with management for final feasibility review and operational approval. Other duties may also be assigned. Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, clinical, or health‑related field. 2+ years of experience in clinical research, clinical trial operations, or a research‑facing coordination role. Demonstrated experience reviewing and interpreting clinical research protocols, lab manuals, and study documentation. Experience supporting study start‑up, feasibility assessments, or onboarding processes. Experience working across clinical, laboratory, or research service environments. Ability to independently assess study requirements, identify operational needs, and recommend solutions. Strong understanding of clinical research workflows, including specimen collection, processing, and data management. Experience working with research systems (e.g., EPIC, OpenSpecimen/LIMS, OnCore, REDCap, or similar). Demonstrated ability to manage multiple studies or projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with investigators, study teams, and cross‑functional partners. Experience supporting regulatory compliance and documentation in a clinical research setting. 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. Working Conditions Occasional evening and weekend hours. This position is based at the Stanford main campus. Pay Range The expected pay range for this position is $34.56 to $40.30 per hour. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as scope and responsibilities, qualifications, departmental budget, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Benefits At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website 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. 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. 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, Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 1013 Employee Status: Regular Grade: F Requisition ID: 108724 Work Arrangement: On Site #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford University