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Job Description Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the incumbent will perform entry‑level duties related to the support and coordination of clinical research studies evaluating evidence‑based interventions for traditionally underserved populations worldwide. The incumbent will help prepare protocols for the study; design flow sheets, data forms and source documents; gather data regarding clinical trial subjects; apply inclusion/exclusion criteria; recruit, enroll, register, schedule and retain study subjects; assist research personnel in keeping subjects on study schedules; complete study forms to submit to sponsors and/or appropriate agencies; collect, enter and clean data into study databases, maintaining data quality; assist with data analysis; assist with the preparation of reports and tables; attend team meetings; assist with management of the study website; and perform other duties as assigned. This position offers an opportunity to be a key member of an international clinical intervention research team, learn about the implementation and evaluation of a school‑based mental health intervention for youth with inattention and disruptive behavior, collaborate (virtually) with researchers and community members in Mexico, and coordinate a National Institutes of Health (NIH)–funded global health clinical research protocol. Responsibilities Provide administrative project support, including scheduling project and collaborator meetings, disseminating project‑related materials to the team, and updating the lab website. Provide clinical research support, including completing study documentation such as IRB reports and funder reports, manuscript and grant preparation, data entry and database management, and data transfer processes. Assist with recruitment, enrollment, consent, and retention of participants, including completing screening interviews with parents and teachers of students with attention and behavior concerns. Update clinical materials, including manuals, handouts and videos; support delivery of school‑based behavioral health interventions being evaluated; and build and maintain partnerships with school stakeholders. Collect, enter, and clean data into study databases; maintain data quality; assist with data analysis; prepare reports and tables; attend team meetings; and perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities. Fluency in Spanish. Attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with subjects, team members, other departments and outside institutions; ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment while working with a diverse subject population. Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to meet deadlines. Excellent organizational and quantitative skills. Proficiency in basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, calendaring (Google Calendar and Outlook), cloud storage (REDCap, Qualtrics), and other online tasks. Preferred Qualifications One or more years of research experience working on clinical trials. Experience with recruiting and/or managing study participants. Clear understanding of maintaining the security and confidentiality of participant data. Fluency in the usage of the Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols. Understanding of patient population rapport and appropriate engagement strategies. Certification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. BS in Psychology or Education preferred. Experience with electronic medical records. Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for reimbursement, research guidelines, confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, patient safety and confidentiality, medical terminology, research policies and guidelines, shipping of infectious substances, database building/analysis, and data management within platforms such as Access, Stata, SAS/SPSP, and Teleform. Experience applying Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, HIPAA, the Committee of Human Research regulations for recruitment and consent of research subjects, and effective cash handling procedures. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range depends on factors including your work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. Additional information about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, is available at #J-18808-Ljbffr

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