The Stanford Prevention Research Center (SPRC) is a consortium of renowned experts who are world leaders in investigating ways to prevent disease and promote health. Their work is focused on identifying the most practical, science-based solutions for addressing some of society's most pervasive and preventable health issues, such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions and to raise the standards of scientific investigation that matters for health. SPRC investigators are collaborating on numerous, long-term projects designed to translate research into effective ways to promote well-being at every stage of life.
The Hsing Lab at SPRC, led by principal investigator Dr. Ann Hsing, focuses on cancer epidemiology and prevention, Asian American health, and well-being research. The Hsing lab is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) with strong coordination and professionalism to assist with the recruitment of participants for epidemiologic studies. The ACRC will work under the supervision of program managers and will serve as the primary point of contact for study participants. Key responsibilities include contacting participants to schedule a CT scan visit at Stanford; obtaining informed consent from participants; escorting participants to the Radiology clinic, during which they will undergo a CT scan; and reviewing participant data to ensure completeness of the data collection. Fluency in Chinese Mandarin, Vietnamese, and/or Tagalog is preferred.
If you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills, and abilities and you love challenging and exciting work in a nurturing and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Desired Qualifications:
- Prior experience as a Research Assistant, Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator, or similar role.
- Team player with the flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment.
- Fluency in Chinese Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Tagalog preferred.
- Degree in biological sciences, psychology or related field preferred.
- Experience with entering data in REDCap, Qualtrics, or other data entry portal.
- Experience with Epic software.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
Core Duties
- 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.
- Perform basic measurements and tests on patients according to protocol, such as obtaining vital signs and performing phlebotomy and EKG, after appropriate training/certification. Collect study specimens according to protocol.
- Prepare, process, and ship specimens/samples accurately under well-defined requirements.
- Order and maintain equipment and supplies.
- Process study compensation payments and thank you letters to subjects upon completion of trial activities. Assist with post-study activities, as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience
Two-year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- General knowledge of medical terminology.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Working toward certification(s) to perform basic patient measurements and tests, such as phlebotomy and EKG.
Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License, if applicable.
Drivers License Requirements
- Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver's License.
- Ability to drive day or night.
- When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.