Clinical Research Coordinator - Pathology - 139930
Payroll Title:
CLIN RSCH CRD Department:
PATHOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale
$38.74 - $62.29 / Hour Worksite:
Campus Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
RX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday
#139930 Clinical Research Coordinator - Pathology
Filing Deadline: Mon 6/15/2026
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This position will work a hybrid schedule at two separate work locations. The CALM facility at 10300 Campus Point Drive and The Biomedical Sciences Building at main campus.
DESCRIPTION
Within the Department of Pathology, the Pandemic Applications Laboratory and Microbiology Service (PALMS) performs a number of clinical research studies. Many of these research studies are funded by the NIH and other industry sponsors. The laboratory is situated at the Center for Advanced Laboratory Medicine where most of the laboratory testing for UCSD associated hospitals takes place. The laboratory also is associated with the Center for Innovative Phage Applications and Therapeutics (IPATH) and Dr. Pride's research laboratory in the Department of Pathology, which is dedicated to bacteriophage and human virome/microbiome analysis on UCSD main campus. There also are clinical research studies that sometimes are run out of the IPATH laboratory and Dr. Pride's research laboratory from main campus. Each of the three research entities cooperate under single leadership to advance research goals within the Department of Pathology.
The individual will be responsible for coordinating all of the research studies taking place at the PALMS laboratory as well as all of the clinical research studies taking place in the IPATH laboratory and the basic research laboratory. The individual also will take on the responsibility of managing the basic research laboratory and will be responsible for ordering all of the supplies necessary for continuing ongoing research studies. They will be responsible for maintaining laboratory safety and ensuring that all laboratory staff at each location are up to date with safety training. The research coordinator will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with study sponsors and keeping track of study procedures. They also will be responsible for managing regulatory documents and assuring compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines. The Clinical Research Coordinator may plan, develop, and implement start-up procedures for research studies, as well as lead, direct, and help to coordinate operational efforts, assure compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines, oversee the quality of the medical and clinical research data, provide direction and guidance to investigators, provide education and information to the general public concerning the ongoing clinical trials, assist PIs with proposals, progress reports and manuscripts, independently create original documents and policies, and work closely with federal and state regulatory officials when/if indicated. Other duties assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong theoretical knowledge and/or Bachelor's Degree in a social science or basic science such as Biology, Microbiology or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in clinical trials research. Strong knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, protocol design and evaluation.
- Demonstrated experience in laboratory management.
- Demonstrated experience working in and managing a large group.
- Demonstrated experience performing research duties in a research environment such as CRO, academic research institution, and/or a research hospital.
- Experience in providing work direction and assisting supervisor in maintaining an efficient research team.
- Proven ability to find creative and innovative solutions to adjusting needs of the center. Ability to be resourceful and to understand the overall nature of work/responsibilities to establish useful resources and University contacts.
- Ability to discern items that can be handled independently and those which require attention of supervisor, including ability to quickly determine subject matter of material and necessary action to be taken in a timely manner.
- Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.
- Proven ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.
- Excellent ability to organize/prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines in an environment with multiple interruptions and changing priorities. Meticulous attention to detail.
- Demonstrated administrative experience, skill to coordinate complex activities and to use independent judgment to organize and prioritize office functions.
- Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience inconducting searches on the internet.
- Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels of the organization, exercising tact, mature judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness. Skill at negotiating with various personalities and developing internal and external network of contacts. Excellent phone etiquette skills.
- Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience inconducting searches on the internet.
- Demonstrated administrative experience, skill to coordinate complex activities and to use independent judgment to organize and prioritize office functions.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
- Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $80,889 - $130,062 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $38.74 - $62.29
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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