Job Description

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (Co-I), the incumbent will perform entry-level duties related to support and coordination of clinical research studies evaluating school-based behavioral interventions for children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; for more information about the research lab, see https://psych.ucsf.edu/HALP/research). This position provides a unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary, cross-university collaboration with community partners, learn about evidence-based interventions for children with ADHD, and contribute to the development of digital health tools.

%

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

15

YES

Record Management

Assist in the preparation of protocols and consent forms

• Maintain and order research materials

• Assist with organizing IRB records, study folders and files

• Assist with managing records for participant reimbursement

20

YES

Managing Study Website

• Assist with management of study website, including existing features, content management and functionality

• Collaborate with study staff and website/app developers in adding study content to website/app and developing novel methods to enhance functionality, in alignment with UCSF brand identity standards.

• Assist with troubleshooting website/app features

• Train study participants to use website/app.

30

YES

Subject Assessments

• Assist Principal Investigator with enrollment of potential research participants

• Conduct standard telephone interviews with research participants

• Schedule participants assessments and meetings in collaboration with schools

• Prepare instruments, duplicate materials, and manage the research study materials.

• Prepare and manage electronic versions of assessment materials through Qualtrics

• Prepare and assist with the administration of standard testing and assessment instruments

• Conduct fidelity checks of assessment and treatment protocol using standard methods.

• Arrange for facilities with participating schools

• Prepare materials for meetings

• Coordinate recording of research activities (e.g., groups, meetings)

30

YES

Data Tasks

• Prepare and maintain study tasks lists, electronic data collection and tracking forms

• Check data quality and timely data collection and submission

• Score standardized rating scales and tests

• Perform data entry, remove names from paper instruments, clean and securely store data

• Assist with reports for investigators, administrators, participants and funding sources.

5

YES

Miscellaneous

• Prepare visual and audiovisual materials for clinical and research training and lectures using software applications

• Assist with editorial responsibilities for submission of grant proposal and manuscripts for publication

• Helps prepare for audits/monitoring visits by sponsors and/or regulatory agencies;

• Monitors study supply inventory and reorders/purchasing as needed;

• Maintains research charts and study binders; and performs other related duties as assigned.

100

Required Qualifications:

• HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills; excellent organizational skills; and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to manage electronic files with cloud-based storage platforms (Box, Google Drive)
• Familiarity with clinical trials research protocols
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment; project management and coordination skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines on concurrent projects.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with subjects, co-workers, & school professionals.
• The ability to work flexible hours, which could include early mornings and/or evenings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency with psychological research terminology.
• Experience working with study subjects
• Ability to abstract data from research records and transfer it to data collection forms or directly into databases.
• The ability to travel to participating schools within local school districts.