Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (HDFCCC)

Full Time

78233BR

Job Summary

We are looking to hire a Clinical Research Supervisor - Pediatric Oncology to help develop, shape and grow the Pediatric Oncology clinical research team. The research program is a fast-paced environment and the successful candidate will be an independent, detail-oriented individual with drive and focus.

The candidate will be a proven leader with project management skills and mindset, experience in oncology clinical trials, and have the ability to consistently deliver results on a tight timeline. The candidate will have leadership skills and training experience to provide operational leadership to a group of Clinical Research Coordinators (~ 6-8 direct reports), while monitoring workload and productivity.

Under the direction of the Clinical Research Manager, the Clinical Research Supervisor is responsible for strategic planning in order to meet program goals, along with ensuring all reporting and study milestones are met including recruitment targets, data entry timelines, budget and sponsor requirements. This position also requires the candidate to be responsive to Principal Investigators and scientific oversight committees. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and research staff is a plus.

The success of the team is dependent on managing performance, maintaining morale, upholding consistency across disease programs in terms of workload and assignment management, as well as maintaining high quality customer service. To achieve service quality, the Clinical Research Coordinator Supervisor will work closely with staff to identify areas in need of training and development, review, and refreshers.

The Clinical Research Supervisor's duties may also include, but will not be limited to supporting the management and coordinating the tasks of single or multiple clinical research studies (sponsored, cooperative group, and investigator-initiated studies), depending on their size and complexity; act as intermediary between services and departments while overseeing data and specimen management; manage and report on study results; create, clean, update, and manage databases and comprehensive datasets and reports; coordinate staff work schedules, help assure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies; oversee study data integrity; implement and maintain periodic quality control procedures; interface with departments to obtain UCSF approval prior to study initiation; maintain relevant regulatory documents in partnership with the Regulatory department; report study progress to investigators; participate in any internal and external audits or reviews of study protocols; and perform other duties as assigned.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (HDFCCC) is one of only two cancer centers in the Bay Area to receive the prestigious designation of "comprehensive" from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

The HDFCCC integrates the work of researchers and clinicians dedicated to four fundamental pursuits: laboratory research into the causes of cancer progression; clinical research to translate new knowledge into viable treatments; compassionate, state-of-the-art patient care; and population research that can lead to improvements in prevention, early detection, and quality-of-life for those living with cancer. The twin pillars of precision medicine and precision population health guide research and treatment at HDFCCC

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related area.
• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position.
• At least 2 years' experience with industry clinical trials as a CRC.
• At least one year of experience in project/program coordination, preferably in clinical trials, either at UCSF or at another academic or research institution.
• Supervisory experience or demonstrated experience in training others, particularly in the field of research.
• Experience and knowledge of medical care and Phase I-III clinical trials, preferably with oncology trials.
• Knowledgeable in the IRB requirements as well as FDA regulations for human subject safety.
• Experience working with sensitive populations, preferably with oncology patients.
• Knowledge of medical/oncology process and terminology; experience and knowledge of IRB policy and procedure; background in science/medicine preferably in hematology/oncology.
• NCI/CTEP requirements of clinical trials programs, especially in terms of reporting adverse events.
• Working knowledge of clinical or laboratory research, clinical trial recruitment, eligibility, protocol adherence, quality data submission and adverse event reporting.
• In depth knowledge of clinical trial recruitment, eligibility, protocol adherence, quality data submission and adverse event reporting and all areas of GCPs.
• Prior experience with various computer programs, like Microsoft Office, and clinical trial management systems.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in word processing and spreadsheet software. Effectively uses campus' clinical information and documentation application programs. Proven ability utilizing clinical trial management systems.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, prioritize projects and meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
• Demonstrated skills in employee supervision and HR administration. Demonstrated experience in training others, particularly in the field of research.
• Critical thinking skills to evaluate issues and identify a potential solution.
• Clear and concise communicator; good verbal and written communication skills; both.
• Good interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship. Interpersonal skills to effectively motivate others. Works well with others to achieve common goals. Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration.
• Ability to cultivate relationships with multiple stakeholders at various levels of administration
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: communication, problem-solving, teamwork development, leadership, mentorship.
• Highly organized and have the ability to prioritize projects to meet the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Able to sit and work at a computer for up to 8 hours/day; stand/walk for 3-6 hours; bend/stoop for up to 3 hours; reach for up to 3 hours; repetitive use of upper extremities for up to 8 hours; able to lift and/or carry 25 pounds; able to hear alarms, clients and/or instructions. Ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20 feet.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a science field, and 2 years related experience in a research setting, either in a laboratory or clinical setting.
• Certification as a clinical trial professional from one of the professional societies, such as ACRP or SoCRA and has attended any of their seminars.
• Must possess a solution-oriented attitude and be adaptable to quickly changing priorities.
• Experience working with biospecimen repositories.
• Completion of an educational program in clinical trial management which offers a certification.
• Experience in developing SOPs and program evaluations.
• Prior experience in clinical research in various areas of oncology, particularly in medical oncology, lab-based Research.
• Prior experience with UCSF, particularly with research in the oncology setting, clinical trial billing, and institutional policies for study compliance and regulation.
• Prior experience working with OnCore, EPIC (APEX), and other data management systems.

License/Certification

• Clinical Trial Professional certification from a professional society within one year in position

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 diversity.ucsf.edu

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

009548 CLIN RSCH SUPV 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific, Supervisory / Management

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 40 hours/week