Clinical Research Coordinator

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The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will facilitate brain donation, including obtaining consent from next of kin (NOK), and clinical, medical, and educational information on brain tissue donors. The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for participating in the 24/7 on-call schedule, plus follow up of approximately 25% of the donations that come to Autism BrainNet. For autistic donors, the CRC will carry out postmortem Autism Diagnostic Interview -Revised (ADI-R), or attempt to confirm autism diagnosis through systematic collection and examination of medical/educational records. The CRC will input all donor-related data into the database. Additionally, the CRC will manage and carry out special projects as requested to support trending researcher and programmatic interests.

Apply By Date : June 08, 2026 by 11:59pm (Recrutiment and Interviews may occur at any time.)

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Must have experience in administering the Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised (ADI-R)
• Must have experience with entering Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised (ADI-R) raw data into database
• Experience writing Clinical Notes and Assessment Summaries
• Demonstrated work experience and knowledge of research principles and ethics, ability to follow protocols, and to use the internet for research
• Previous experience in consenting research participants
• Previous experience working with families of autistic and neurodivergent individuals, including those with rare genetic disorders
• Direct experience and oversight responsibilities in data management.
• Proven ability in collecting, checking and analyzing data and creating lists and reports
• Experience with bereavement support
• Experience in obtaining tissue banking consent and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements
• Experience working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disability and/or other neurodevelopmental disorders in a professional setting
• Ability to assimilate various test data and medical records into a donor summary for research use
• Organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining large volumes of data, to determine workload priorities to independently accomplish tasks/goals and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to use word processing and other computer software to type from verbal/written instructions with speed and accuracy; to read, compose and edit documents with an excellent working knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, spelling, and excellent proofreading skills
• Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software such as Excel to perform mathematical tasks accurately, create and edit data, and create documents
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, electronic calendaring and email software (Outlook)
• Evidence of certificates of completion for Clinical Research courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Donor Family Facing Activities
• 50% - Autism BrainNet Activities

Department Overview

The MIND Institute is a research and clinical center whose mission involves awareness, understanding, and treatment of the challenges associated with neurodevelopmental conditions. It is a matrix organization and encompasses over 250 faculty and staff from 14 academic departments, with an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million, contract awards totaling approximately $16 million, and gifts and endowments valued at approximately $14 million. The MIND Institute also houses 2 sponsored center grants: the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (IDDRC - NIH), University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (CEDD - AUCD), 3 federally sponsored training grants: Developmental Behavioral Pediatric Fellowship Program (HRSA), Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND - HRSA), and a Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (HRSA).

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $34.62 -$55.67
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 101
• UC Job Title: CLIN RSCH CRD
• UC Job Code: 009335
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 50%
• Shift (Work Schedule): V ariable
• Location: No Physical Access
• Union Representation: RX-Research Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% remote

Benefits

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Flexibility to work weekends and reliable transportation to drive off-site to work-related recruitment event. Flexibility to travel (10%)

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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