The Clinical Research Coordinator will work independently or under general direction by the Clinical Research Supervisor and/or Principal Investigator (PI) to manage and coordinate research protocols within the Department of Surgery Clinical Research Core. The coordinator will be assigned studies across the 7 divisions in the department based on Principal Investigator needs; may coordinate the data collection and operations of several concurrent clinical research studies under the guidelines of research protocols, UCSF and regulating agency policies. Required Qualifications HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities; and/or equivalent experience/training.Attention to detail and accuracy; strong interpersonal skills; excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with patients, team members, other departments, outside institutions, and companies. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse population and competing deadlines.Ability to work well independently and in a team setting, take initiative, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple responsibilities to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines. Preferred Qualifications BA/BS with biology or public health coursework included.Knowledge of medical terminology.Experience with electronic medical records.Experience with research tools such as REDCap and Qualtrics.Prior analytical and writing skills in a science/research environment.Understanding of patient population to create rapport and a relationship, while giving insight into what is realistic and appropriate for patient participation.Fluency in the usage of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) online systems for the submission, renewal, and modification of research protocols.Certification by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with research payments and reimbursements; patient safety and confidentiality; packing/shipping infectious substances; database building/analysis, and data management within some of the following platforms: Access, Stata, SASS/ SPSS, and Teleform.Experience applying the following regulations and guidelines:The Protection of Human Research SubjectsGood Clinical PracticeHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)IRB regulationsSafe shipping practices (IATA)Environmental Health and Safety TrainingFire Safety Training.