Stanford Psychiatry/Oncology

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator - 67992

Description

 The vision for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine places importance on advancing science and integrating this foremost mission with those of clinical innovation and service, educational excellence, community engagement and commitment and professionalism and leadership development. This approach allows us to change future understanding and practices in our fields of science, the health professions, and society at large. It is an approach that stretches the traditional boundaries of an academic department and acknowledges the interdependent nature of the five missions with which we are entrusted. For us, the vision affirms the diverse activities, past successes, and distinct career paths of our multidisciplinary faculty. It establishes a mindset that will help draw our people together to collaborate and combine efforts that are necessary in moving forward this full academic portfolio. Finally, it is a vision that provides an authentic rationale for growth in a number of critical areas arising in fields from basic science to public policy. 

The Cancer Survivorship Research Team within the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator to assist with a study involving breast cancer patients and cognitive neuroscience. The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator will work under the direction and supervision of the principal investigator and/or study coordinator/supervisor. The ideal candidate will have the ability to navigate the multidisciplinary cancer clinic, work well independently and in a team environment and have a strong interest in either medicine, cancer research, and care and /or behavioral science. 

Duties include: 

- Schedule and/or call subjects for appointments; contact participants with reminders or other requirements. 

- Prepare, distribute, and process questionnaires. 

- Perform clerical duties in the preparation of regulatory documents. Maintain all forms and documents, including consent forms and master subject logs. File all appropriate correspondence. 

- Assist with the screening, recruiting, and obtaining consent of study participants. Review medical records and/or perform telephone or in-person interviews to gather data, as needed. 

- Administer standard study questionnaires and tests, score test measurements and questionnaires, and code data for computer entry. Perform quantitative review of forms, tests, and other measurements for completeness and accuracy. 

- Extract data from source documents for research studies as directed. Collect data and complete case report forms. 

- Order and maintain equipment and supplies. 

- Other duties may also be assigned

Qualifications

 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

- Experience administering neuropsychological testing/psychological testing

- Previous experience co-piloting MRI scans 

- Previous research experience 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED): 

Two year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED): 

General knowledge of medical terminology. 

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES: 

Working toward certification(s) to perform basic patient measurements and tests, such as phlebotomy and EKG. 

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: 

- Position may at times require the employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or exposure to chemicals, blood, body fluid or tissues and risk of exposure to contagious diseases and infections. 

- May require extended or unusual work hours based on research requirements and business needs.

Job

: Research

Location

: School of Medicine

Schedule

: Full-time

Classification Level: E

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