Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Assistant CRC) will work on clinical trials and other research studies in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The Assistant CRC will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on research questions in Emergency Medicine for pediatric patients. The Assistant CRC is responsible for assisting more senior emergency medicine and Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) CRC staff with aspects of the conduct of clinical studies, including: subject screening and recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, data collection, participant tracking, and regulatory support. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with general research coordination, clinical research enrollment and coordination, preparation for audits and monitor visits, study closeouts, training and other grant support. Work is performed under direction of the Principal Investigator, supervisor, and other senior staff. This position is funded by extramural grants and/or contracts.

Apply By Date: November 19, 2026, at 11:59PM.

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

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Basic experience in clinical or applied research
• Computer skills sufficient to effectively use MS Word, Excel, web interfaces, patient or research databases, and electronic health record system
• Experience working in a team environment
• Basic knowledge of clinical research concepts and biomedical terminology
• Ability to explain and convey concepts
• Ability to learn and use software and processes through coursework, training or previous work experience
• Demonstrated ability for self-directed learning

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Biomedical Researchers and Good Clinical Practice training programs
• Graduate of an accredited college with a bachelor's degree, preferably in a health-related field
• Previous experience in human subjects research and clinical trials
• Work or volunteer experience in an Emergency Department setting
• Work or educational experience with blood/urine specimen processing and storage
• Basic knowledge of federal, state and university regulations for clinical research; ability to read, understand, and adhere to local and central Institutional Review Board policies and procedures
• Ability to independently read and understand complex clinical research protocols with careful attention to detail; and to implement a broad range of activities as specified by clinical study protocols, as well as by University and departmental policies and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and resourcefulness when interacting with a diverse population of patients
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills to clearly and concisely provide information, explanations and instructions to, and elicit information from patients, patient's families, physicians, hospital staff and a wide variety of health care professionals with varying levels of ability to understand
• Ability to read and understand patient medical records, abstract clinical data and record accurately on case report forms and/or in electronic databases
• Display organizational skills to coordinate multiple tasks, to appropriately prioritize workload, and to maintain research records
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and procedures to effectively interpret and accurately compile data according to study protocol
• Advanced-level knowledge of basic anatomy, medical terminology, and ability to interpret physicians' notes, medical records, and laboratory and scan results

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Clinical Research Coordination
• 20% - Regulatory Support
• 10% - General Research Program Responsibilities

Department Overview

The Department of Emergency Medicine serves as a Research Node Center in the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) conducting multicenter clinical trials and other interdisciplinary research studies focusing on acute illness and injuries in children and youth across the continuum of emergency medicine. PECARN is the first federally funded multi-institutional network for research in pediatric emergency medicine in the United States. The PECARN network Emergency Departments serve approximately 1.3 million acutely ill and injured children every year, and the EMS affiliates account for more than 113,000 pediatric runs annually. This position will be part of the department research team to support the pediatric emergency medicine research program.

Department Specific Job Scope

The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (Assistant CRC) will work on clinical trials and other research studies in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The Assistant CRC will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on research questions in Emergency Medicine for pediatric patients. The Assistant CRC is responsible for assisting more senior emergency medicine and Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) CRC staff with aspects of the conduct of clinical studies, including: subject screening and recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, data collection, participant tracking, and regulatory support. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with general research coordination, clinical research enrollment and coordination, preparation for audits and monitor visits, study closeouts, training and other grant support. Work is performed under direction of the Principal Investigator, supervisor, and other senior staff. The ideal candidate(s) will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. This position is funded by extramural grants and/or contracts.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $32.95 - $53.06
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 102
• UC Job Title: CLIN RSCH CRD AST
• UC Job Code: 009336
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 2:30pm-11:00pm, with some schedule flexibility required to attend monthly PECARN meetings
• Location: Aggie Square (AGGSQ)
• 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 or or .

• High quality and low-cost to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for and coverage for you and your family
• for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including , , , , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• , , and for eligible employees
• and Family Care discounts and resources
• to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site 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
• and for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional U