Clinical Research Coordinator

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This 100% position is for a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) of the Innovating in Mood and Substance Use Disorders Personalized and Accelerated CNS Therapeutics (IMPACT) Lab and Mood Disorders Research Program directed by Dr. Manpreet Singh at the UC Davis Medical Center.

The CRC will engage with all aspects of research, including study start-up, participant recruitment and retention, conducting study visits, data collection, regulatory compliance, and study close-out.

The IMPACT Lab conducts clinical and translational research related to neurobiological markers of major mood disorders and their treatments in children, adolescents, and young adults. Research involves longitudinal clinical, cognitive, behavioral, EEG and MRI assessments and preclinical and clinical assays aimed to investigate neurodevelopmental mechanisms and risk and resilience factors for lifelong mood disorders. The lab aims to intervene as early as possible in order to prevent the development of disease-related deficits and treatment-related side effects for patients with mood and related disorders.

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of a portfolio of clinical research studies within the Department of Psychiatry. This position works closely with the principal investigator, sub-investigators, research staff, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), institutional review boards (IRBs), and study participants to ensure clinical trials are conducted in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal and state regulations, and institutional policies.

Apply By Date: October 4, 2026 at 11:59pm. Selection activities may start at any time.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related field such as psychology, neuroscience, health Science, nursing, public health or a related discipline; equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience working on sponsored clinical trials and/or Pl-initiated clinical trials.
• Experience recruiting clinical study participants.
• Experience measuring & recording vital signs, and anthropometric measurements.
• Experience processing blood & serum samples and preparing laboratory slides.
• Demonstrated successful performance in a high-intensity, collaborative work environment required.
• Experience with clinical research regulations, GCP, IRB requirements, and informed consent processes.
• Experience coordinating multiple clinical research studies or complex clinical trials (preferably in Psychiatry)
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external research partners.
• Knowledge of ethical principles and federal and state regulations governing the participation of human subjects in biomedical research
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills to effectively supervise, train, and work with other research and administrative support staff.
• Current knowledge of IRB issues and guidelines, elements of informed consent, FDA Codes, and Regulatory Issues.
• Ability to work well and communicate effectively with patients and families with serious mood or psychiatric conditions (i.e., recruiting, conducting phone intakes, coordinating and scheduling clinical research appointments).
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to effectively work with physicians and other health care professionals, patients and families, and research and administrative support staff
• Proficiency to effectively use personal computer and software such as Word, Excel, and various industry-oriented Electronic Data Capture programs to collect and organize data (i.e., experience with Microsoft Access, REDCap, and SPSS). Accurate and precise writing, printing, and typing skills.
• Ability to use analytical and problem-solving skills for the identification and resolution of problems in a logical, timely, and resourceful manner while maintaining the integrity of protocols and legalities defined by the University, department, and study policies and procedures
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical conduct
• Knowledge of clinical trial operations and study coordination
• Skills in participant recruitment, engagement, and retention
• Knowledge and skills in clinical research data management and quality control
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating multiple psychiatric clinical research studies or complex clinical trials
• Demonstrated formal or experiential training in research coordination (e.g. UC Davis Clinical Research Coordinator Foundations Training Program)
• Experience recruiting psychiatric clinical study participants.
• Knowledge of psychiatric clinical trial operations and study coordination

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Research Coordination
• 20% - Site and Study Management
• 10% - Data Management and Informatics
• 5% - Training and Communication
• 5% - Contributes to but is not responsible for leading the following:

Department Overview

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UC Davis is committed to promoting world class mental health services that help patients and families live their lives more fully. Our four key mission areas - patient care, training and education, research and community engagement - actively support this commitment.
Our faculty and trainees provide mental health services at multiple locations throughout the greater Sacramento area and a number of our faculty conduct research at sites throughout Northern California. We offer three accredited psychiatry residency training programs and support several fellowships.

Department Specific Job Scope

The CRC will be responsible for supporting the PI in the execution of clinical trials and other research projects generated by the group, independently manage participant recruitment and eligibility determinations, manage study conduct, data collection and organization; independently manage multiple IRB protocols; support communications with various agendas and ensure compliance with requirements. The incumbent will independently coordinate and manage the overall administration and outcome of one or more clinical research studies. The incumbent will utilize independent judgment to prioritize tasks and respond to the needs of sponsors and regulatory boards, and effectively communicate in person, by telephone and in writing. They will be expected to plan, organize, evaluate situations, make decisions, adjust priorities, sometimes work independently and, respond with flexibility to requests for assistance in problem solving.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $36.35-$58.45
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 101
• UC Job Title: CLIN RSCH CRD
• UC Job Code: 009335
• Number of Positions: Multiple
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8-5; M-F
• Location: Behavioral Health Center (HSP048)
• Union Representation: RX-Research Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Position is subject to background investigation. Must be able to work overtime and flexible hours when required (evenings, weekends)This position will require the incumbent to conduct study visits with flexibility to schedule at times when participants are available and to travel to various facilities and locations in order to carry out job functions.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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