Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Research Supervisor, at the Alpha Stem Cell Clinic, the Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) supports the clinical research efforts by providing coordination and data management for low-to-medium complexity cell or gene therapy protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedure (SOPs), and University policies and procedures. The incumbent may assist with coordination of care for subjects enrolled on Phase I trials who have entered a lower complexity maintenance part of the trial.

3/14/2026 by 11:59pm

• High School graduation or GED equivalent and/or equivalent experience/training and/or demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Minimum 1-year relevant experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of disease processes.
• Knowledge of clinical research regulations (e.g., Food and Drug Administration [FDA] and Office for Human Research Protections [OHRP]).
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, medical terminology and ability to interpret physicians' notes, medical records, laboratory and scan results.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite:
  Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, etc.
• Tracking and recordkeeping experience or skills.
• Analytical skills to evaluate information, changes in practices and procedures, formulate logical and objective conclusions.
• Demonstrate oral communication and interpersonal skills to correspond effectively with the public, co-workers, physicians, patients, caregivers, clinic staff and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail so that large volumes of records can be accurately maintained to accomplish a task or goal in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated writing skills including ability to compose reports and correspondence while utilizing correct grammar, spelling and punctuation as well as clearly documenting research data onto forms.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and/or cooperatively as a team member in a diverse workforce.

• Bachelors degree in related area.
• Previous experience coordinating clinical trials.
• Previous experience working in a cancer center.

• 40% - Study Coordination
• 40% - Data Coordination
• 15% - Quality Assurance
• 5% - Other

The UC Davis Alpha Stem Cell Clinic (ASCC) specializes in early phase, first-in-human trials. The Alpha Stem Cell Clinic is devoted to accelerating the translation of all types of stem cell and regenerative medicine research to safe and effective therapies. It attracts patients, funding agencies and study sponsors to participate in, support, and accelerate novel cell and gene therapy clinical trials and ancillary studies for a range of difficult diseases.

The CRC is responsible for Regulatory and Data management of studies assigned. The Alpha Stem Cell Clinic is a wide-ranging collaboration with unique contributions launched by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) through the Alpha Clinic and other grants.

Under supervision, the incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of low-medium Cell and Gene Therapy related trials for protocol specific requirements, research procedures such as collection, processing, and shipment of laboratory samples, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Investigators with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answer research patient questions, schedule appointments, etc.

Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to clinical research organization, pharmaceutical companies and other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Team Committees (DTCs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Cancer Institute, and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.

In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies.

• Salary or Pay Range: $31.38 - $50.53
• 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):
  Day
• Location:
  
  UCD Inst for Regenerative Cure (HSP
  041)
• Union Representation: RX-Research Professionals
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits…