Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator - Cognitive Aging

Neurology - Memory and Aging Center

Full Time

73222BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Dr. Joel Kramer, PsyD., The Assistant Clinical Research coordinator will have the opportunity to delve into cutting-edge research on Aging and Cognitive Decline.

The assistant CRC will participate on a multi-disciplinary research team examining how factors from lifestyle to genetics contribute to the aging process in the absence of neurodegenerative disease. The assistant CRC will contribute to a longitudinal study of over 500 cognitively normal adults, as well as subprojects examining the impact of vascular disease and inflammation on cognition in healthy aging, MCI, and Alzheimer's disease.

Applicants should have a strong interest in neuroscience, some research experience, comfort working with human subjects, and excellent organizational skills. The candidate will be involved in gathering a wide variety of research data, with particular emphasis on generating datasets and reports based on Qualtrics, running and troubleshooting R code, preparing questionnaires, participate in data collection, setting up for the surveys conducted by the PI or CRC.

Overall, job duties will include (but are not limited to) data management, help with the scheduling/recruitment of participants, CHR/IRB upkeep, and managing the day-to-day function of the project.

Interested parties should include a cover letter describing their background and why they would be a good fit for this project.

Department Description

The Memory and Aging Center (MAC) is a clinical research unit within the UCSF Department of Neurology that investigates the clinical (neurological, cognitive, behavioral, neuroanatomic) characteristics of various neurodegenerative diseases. The Primary Investigator's (PI) research within the MAC focuses on the decision-making processes in patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Alzheimer's Disease (AD), primary progressive aphasia (PPA), and other neurodegenerative disorders.

Required Qualifications

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities or equivalent experience/training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Windows.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills; excellent organizational skills; and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment; project management and coordination skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines on concurrent projects.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in data analyses software (SPSS, Stata, MatLab, R).
• Experience working with patients or study subjects.
• Experience and interest in elderly populations.
• Training/experience in the conduct of clinical research trials in an academic research environment.
• Knowledge of CHR/IRB policy and procedure.
• Willingness to perform administrative duties.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009336 CLIN RSCH CRD AST

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm