Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Payroll Title:
CLIN RSCH CRD AST Department:
TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Hiring Pay Scale
$36.31 per hour Worksite:
Campus Appointment Type:
Temp Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
RX Contract Total Openings:
2 Work Schedule:
Days, 8:00a - 4:30p, Monday-Friday


#TP139440 Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Filing Deadline: Sun 9/27/2026
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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.


Position available through UCSD Temporary Employment Services (TES). Employment through TES is an excellent way to gain valuable UCSD experience and get your foot in the door for career positions. TES employment includes medical coverage, paid vacation & sick time, paid holidays, as well as training and development opportunities!

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

TES is hiring 2 temporary Assistant Clinical Research Coordinators.

• Duration: Assignments typically run for approximately 3-6 Months.
• Compensation and Benefits: $36.31/hr, including paid holidays and vacation/sick leave. Mid-level benefits are available.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, but can vary.
• Location: 100% on Site

DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for:

• Coordinating start-up procedures, implementation, recruitment, screening, enrollment, and maintenance of subjects.
• May create informational and recruitment materials and act as a liaison with other UCSD departments and agencies for the purpose of implementation of studies.
• The Clinical Research Coordinator may plan, develop and implement start-up procedures for multiple phase I-III research studies in assigned disease team as well as lead, direct, and help to coordinate operational efforts, assure compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines, oversee the quality of the medical and clinical research data, provide direction and guidance to investigators, provide education and information to the general public concerning the ongoing clinical trials, assist PIs with proposals, progress reports and manuscripts, independently create original documents and policies for assigned disease teams, work closely with federal and state regulatory officials when/if indicated.
• At the direction of the Clinical Research Supervisor, the CRC may: provide training, data and chart management, quality assurance check for studies, provide backup to research center activities.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Experience with EPIC.
• Certification as a Clinical Research Associate or Coordinator.
• Experience working with research bulk accounts.
• Experience with investigational drug authorization criteria.
• Knowledge of MASLD research studies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Theoretical knowledge of biology, microbiology, social sciences, clinical sciences as typically attained by a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment.
• Experience using statistical software applications. Knowledge of database, word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Velos, Access, Excel and MS Word.
• Experience with laboratory procedures and values and experience in interpreting them to determine patient eligibility and potential toxicities.
• Experience working with FDA policies regulating clinical trials.
• Experience in medical assessment and patient interviewing to determine toxicities related to protocol management.
• Experience interpreting medical charts, experience in abstracting data from medical records.
• Knowledge of National Institute of Health (NIH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Human Resource Protection Program (HRPP), IATA Shipping of Blood Specimens, and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Experience with clinical trials participant or study subject recruitment.
• Experience coordinating study startup activities.
• Experience providing in-service training to various research personnel on protocols, processes, and procedures.
• Knowledge of x-rays, scans, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Experience maintaining files and keeping records.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting in order to prioritize a large volume of work and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a diverse population. Excellent phone etiquette skills.
• Ability to work independently. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience completing clinical trials case report forms via hard copy and online.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse groups, including professional and non-professional staff and clients.
• Experience with external clinics for educational and recruitment efforts.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

Pay Transparency Act


Annual Full Pay Range: $75,815 - $121,960 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)


Hourly Equivalent: $36.31 - $58.41


Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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