Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator, Emergency Medicine (Hybrid Opportunity)

This position will be based on the Stanford campus and is a hybrid role (working on-site 3 days), subject to operational needs.

About the role

The Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine seeks a highly motivated Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) to support an NIH-funded randomized clinical trial evaluating an artificial intelligence (AI)-based Motivational Interviewing intervention for adults with risky alcohol use treated in the emergency department. This position provides an outstanding opportunity for individuals interested in clinical research, behavioral science, digital health, artificial intelligence, emergency medicine, addiction medicine, or public health.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Two-year college degree and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• General knowledge of medical terminology.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong interest in clinical research and digital health.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact compassionately with diverse patient populations.
• Comfortable working in a busy emergency department environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with REDCap, Microsoft Office, or statistical software is preferred but not required.
• Previous clinical research, volunteer, or healthcare experience is desirable.