Neuromuscular Clinical Research Coordinator Associate
Company: Stanford University
Location: Stanford
Posted on: October 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Stanford Universitys Neuromuscular Division of Neurology is
seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate (CRCA) to join a
neuromuscular research team dedicated to understanding and treating
neuromuscular disorders. The position will coordinate the oversight
and implementation of research protocols assuring efficiency and
regulatory compliance while also performing laboratory tasks
combining basic molecular research with translational and clinical
research. The CRCA will be responsible for running the divisions
neuromuscular research studies and industry-sponsored drug trials,
and may include gene therapies, small molecule drug trials,
longitudinal natural history studies, and other PI-initiated
projects dealing with pediatric and adult neuromuscular conditions
including ALS, spinal muscular atrophy, Duchenne muscular
dystrophy, myotonic dystrophy, myasthenia gravis, and others. The
position will include working with neuromuscular patients in
clinic, educating them on Stanford neuromuscular research studies,
consenting participants, and coordinating sample collections during
clinic visits. The position can be a launching pad for careers in
biomedical science and clinical research. These studies of
devastating nerve and muscle disorders will primarily be conducted
at the Stanford University Medical Center, and work will be under
the supervision of the principal investigator, and director of
clinical outcomes research and development.Duties include*:Serve as
primary contact with research participants, sponsors, and
regulatory agencies. Coordinate studies from startup through
close-out.Determine eligibility of and gather consent from study
participants according to protocol. Assist in developing
recruitment strategies.Coordinate collection of study specimens and
processing.Collect and manage patient and laboratory data for
clinical research projects. Manage research project databases,
develop flow sheets and other study related documents, and complete
study documents/case report forms.Ensure compliance with research
protocols, and review and audit case report forms for completion
and accuracy with source documents. Prepare regulatory submissions,
and ensure institutional Review Board renewals are
completed.Assemble study kits for study visits, monitor scheduling
of procedures and charges, coordinate documents, and attend
monitoring meetings with sponsors, acting as primary
contact.Monitor expenditures and adherence to study budgets and
resolve billing issues in collaboration with finance and/or
management staff.Interact with the principal investigator
regularly, ensuring patient safety and adherence to proper study
conduct.Ensure essential documentation and recording of patient and
research data in appropriate files per institutional and regulatory
requirements.Participate in monitor visits and regulatory audits.*
- Other duties may also be assigned.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Excellent organization, communication and
time management skills.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):Two year college degree and two
years related work experience or a Bachelors 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.* - Consistent
with its obligations under the law, the University will provide
reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who
requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or
her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:Occasional evening and weekend hours.
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,
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The expected pay range for this position is $31.84 to $37.79 per
hour.Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good
faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for
a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope
and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the
selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal
equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable
jobs.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of
the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (
https:/lcardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) 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.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the
University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and
employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process
should contact Stanford University Human Resources at. For all
other inquiries, please submit a
contact form .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.The job duties listed are typical
examples of work performed by positions in this job classification
and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on
department or program needs without changing the general nature and
scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also
perform other duties as assigned.
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