Clinical Research Coordinator

The Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in the Division of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Associate to perform duties related to the coordination of various clinical studies and data-driven projects related to spinal surgery and scoliosis outcomes. This position coordinates moderately complex aspects of the clinical studies and works under close direction of the research manager and Principal Investigator. The ideal candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for the study participants and be motivated to support a cohesive and mission driven team of faculty and staff that are advancing the field of Orthopaedic Surgery. To learn more about the Department please visit us at: https://ortho.stanford.edu/

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry, public health or other health-related field.
• 1-2 years working in clinical research.
• Ability to work fast and efficiently within time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and comfortably with study participants .
• Prior data entry and management experience.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of related education and relevant experience. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• General knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work with human study participants as well as in a team
• Attention to detail in data collection and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs such as REDCap, Microsoft Office
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification is preferred. 

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: 

Occasional evening and weekend hours.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu .

The expected pay range for this position is $27.88 to $36.54 per hour.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https:/lcardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.