Clinical Research Coordinator - Psychiatry

This position is a limited position with the possibility of extension/career conversion.

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UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate and oversee start-up procedures, implementation, recruitment, screening, enrollment, assessment, and maintenance of subjects for randomized clinical trials testing a mindfulness meditation-based intervention for the treatment of chronic pain, opioid misuse, and addiction within UCSD ONEMIND (Optimized Neuroscience-Enhanced Mindfulness Intervention Design) in the Department of Psychiatry. Create informational and recruitment materials and act as a liaison with other UCSD departments, collaborators, and agencies for the purpose of implementation of studies.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will plan, develop and implement start-up procedures for multiple phase I-III research studies in assigned team as well as lead, direct, and coordinate operational efforts. The incumbent will also contribute to recruitment and data collection and 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.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will perform data acquisition at MRI facilities, strictly adhering to safety protocols and maintaining operator certification under the UCSD Health Center for Functional MRI (CFMRI). As needed, and with proper training, will also collect ECG and EEG data and process blood and/or tissue samples. Assist PIs with proposals, progress reports and manuscripts. Work closely with federal and state regulatory officials.

• Strong theoretical knowledge and/or Bachelor's Degree in a social science or basic science or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Demonstrated experience in clinical trials research. Strong knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, protocol design and evaluation.

• Demonstrated experience in research protocol start-up procedures, including study feasibility, study activation and IRB processes, and qualification procedures. Strong experience in clinical trials research including budgeting and leading study staff, per clinical trial agreement.

• Strong knowledge of investigational protocols (data management, query resolution, protocol design and protocol implementation).

• Demonstrated experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment such as CRO, academic research institution, and/or a research hospital.

• Experience in providing work direction and assisting supervisor in maintaining an efficient medical research team.

• Demonstrated experience with research protocol in order to screen patients for eligibility, initiate treatment plan, collect specimens, and orient participating physicians.

• Strong experience completing clinical trials case report forms via hard copy and online.

• Proven ability to find creative and innovative solutions to adjusting needs of the center. Ability to be resourceful and to understand the overall nature of work/responsibilities to establish useful resources and University contacts.

• Ability to discern items that can be handled independently and those which require attention of supervisor, including ability to quickly determine subject matter of material and necessary action to be taken in a timely manner.

• Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.

• Proven ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.

• Excellent ability to organize/prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines in an environment with multiple interruptions and changing priorities. Meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels of the organization, exercising tact, mature judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Skill at negotiating with various personalities and developing internal and external network of contacts. Excellent phone etiquette skills.

• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience in conducting searches on the internet.

• Demonstrated administrative experience, skill to coordinate complex activities and to use independent judgment to organize and prioritize office functions.

• Demonstrated experience using statistical software applications. Proven knowledge of database, word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Velos, Access, Excel and MS Word.

• Must meet criteria for eligibility to participate in MRI scanning on high field strength magnets, as determined by the MR facility safety and operator training requirements.

• Must be eligible for, willing to obtain, and able to maintain independent MRI scanner operator privileges.

• Possess a Clinical Research Coordinator Certificate or Master's Degree.

• Knowledge of cost accounting as applied to both University and Medical Center functions. Demonstrated knowledge of medical billing and collections guidelines and procedures.

• Clinical research experience with participants who have substance use disorders, psychiatric disorders, or chronic pain conditions.

• Knowledge and experience with UCSD IRB, regulatory, human resources, and purchasing functions.

• 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: $80,889 - $130,062 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $38.74 - $62.29

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).