Lead Clinical Research Coordinator - Medicine - 140135

Title Lead Clinical Research Coordinator – Medicine Department Medicine/Cardiology Work Schedule Days, 8‑Hour Shifts, Monday‑Friday Overview The Department of Medicine (DOM) is the largest department within the UCSD School of Medicine. This role reports to the Administrative Vice Chair of Cardiovascular Clinical Research and Clinical Research Supervisor and will independently coordinate and oversee multiple phase I‑IV cardiovascular clinical trials at the UCSD Cardiovascular Institute. Key Responsibilities Coordinate start‑up procedures, including feasibility assessments, IRB processes, and specimen logistics for multiple clinical studies. Provide leadership to lower‑level clinical research coordinators and support personnel. Manage study infrastructure: database management, space allocation, equipment procurement, and specimen storage/transportation. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines (IRB, FDA, HIPAA) and institutional research policies. Oversee quality of clinical and research data, including query resolution and protocol compliance. Assist principal investigators with proposals, progress reports, and manuscript preparation, including study design, figure creation, data analysis, and budget drafting. Monitor patient compliance, adverse drug reactions, toxicities, and laboratory specimen submission. Maintain accurate clinical research files and prepare annual reports for regulatory audits. Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical research operations. Minimum Qualifications Advanced theoretical knowledge and a Bachelor’s Degree in a social or basic science (e.g., Biology or Microbiology) or equivalent education and work experience. Clinical Trial Professional certification within one year of employment. Advanced knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, and protocol design. Experience with research protocol start‑up procedures, including feasibility, activation, IRB processes, and qualification procedures. Experience in clinical trials research, including budget negotiations and invoicing per trial agreement. Demonstrated experience performing clinical research duties in a CRO, academic research institution, or research hospital. Ability to provide work direction and assist supervisors in maintaining an efficient research team. Strong experience completing clinical trial case report forms via hard copy and online. Creative problem‑solving skills, resourcefulness, and understanding of overall responsibilities. Proficiency in organizing and prioritizing workload to meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet browsers. Administrative experience coordinating complex activities and using independent judgment. Preferred Qualifications 10–15 years of experience as a clinical research coordinator. 5–years experience working with cardiovascular patients in clinical or research settings. Knowledge of cost accounting, medical billing, and collections guidelines. Special Conditions Subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Travel to meetings and weekend work as needed. Work with human blood and biohazardous materials. Pay Transparency Annual Full Pay Range: $90,602 – $145,686 (prorated if appointment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement Final candidates must disclose any administrative or judicial findings of misconduct within the last seven years, or any appeals of such findings, from a previous employer. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr UC San Diego Health