Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Clin Rsch CRD Ast)

This is a full-time, career position based on the UC Davis Health campus. Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the incumbent will work closely with the project manager, lab personnel, and other study staff supporting work on the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program.

The ECHO Program is sponsored by the National Institutes of Health with current funding through 2030. The UC Davis site has three ECHO cohorts. While this position provides primary support to the ECHO prenatal cohort, this position will also serve as back-up support for other ECHO cohorts.

The incumbent will assist with data collection and entry, assist with participant visits, conduct recruitment activities, obtain participant medical records for abstraction, prepare study documentation, collect birth data and process and ship biological specimens from participant labor and delivery (to include, blood and placenta). ECHO enrolls both English and Spanish speaking participants. ECHO enrolls both English and Spanish speaking participants. Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

This position will require following all the ECHO protocols for data collection, specimen processing, and shipping, and participant confidentiality as well as handling and processing of biological specimens in compliance with state and federal regulations, ICH, GCP guidelines, Health System policy and procedures, and university standard operating procedures.

To meet operational and participant needs, one position will have 8-hour shifts between 11:00 am

• 7:30 pm and the other position between 6:00am

• 2:30pm, Monday

• Friday. Occasional weekend work and overtime may be required.

Apply By Date

(05/09/2024 at 11:59pm)

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

• Experience following research and/or lab protocols.

• Skills and knowledge to practice safe handling, transport, and processing of biological specimens, such as blood, placenta, urine, saliva, stool, and hair samples or in handling other hazardous materials.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy-sufficient to maintain participant files and databases on a large number of study participants.

• Must be able to drive to transport samples in either a UC provided vehicle or personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement will be provided).

• Skills and ability to travel to various work locations to attend department or study meetings or participate in special projects, training, etc.

• Skills and ability to drive up to 1 hour each way to participant homes and hospitals to complete study appointments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collecting research data.

• Bilingual English-Spanish speaking.

• Ability to make various reagents and effectively use a micropipettor and other laboratory tools.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues.

• Strong ability to work independently. Strong ability to work as part of a team.

• Excellent Interpersonal skills, both in person and over the telephone.

Department Description

The Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) is a large complex research, teaching, and clinical department that is part of the UC Davis School of Medicine and UC Davis Health. The mission of the Department is to improve the health of the population using approaches based in epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, and behavioral science through research, educational programs, clinical programs, public service, and policy development.

At UC Davis, we are solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we do not just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $28.17 - $45.36

• Salary Frequency: Hourly

• Number of Positions: 2

• Appointment Type: Career

• Percentage of Time: 100%

• Shift Hours: 6:00am

• 2:30pm; 11:00am

• 7:30pm

• Location: MIND Institute Clinic

• Union Representation: Yes

• Benefits Eligible: Yes

• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• 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

• 14 paid Holidays annually

• Paid Time Off begins at 24 days accrued per year

• Sick Leave

• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program

• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

• WorkLife and Wellness program 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

• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.

• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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