• Minimum of 1-2 years of related neuromuscular, pediatric clinical trial experience in a comparable setting.
• Direct experience preparing for and/or conducting assessments using: 6-minute walk test and time motor function test, north star test, pulmonary function test, graded exercise test with blood lactate evaluation and near infrared spectroscopy, skin biopsy fibroblast culture, muscle biopsy for immunohistochemistry and western blot analysis, and DNA collection for genotyping.
• Knowledge of and experience in conducting clinical trials, Good Clinical Practice, IRB policies and ICH regulations.
• Significant computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, use of databases and online tools for study data collection and monitoring.
• Math proficiency to the algebra level.

• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator certification through SoCRA.
• BS/BA in Science is preferred, or a combination of education and experience that could typically be obtained through a bachelor’s degree program in one of the health sciences, that would allow the candidate to gain a clear understanding of the science supporting genetic therapy for conditions such as muscular dystrophy.
• Experience working independently with general direction in an open lab setting.
• Demonstrated ability to set timelines: meet deadlines and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to function as a resource in areas of expertise for those professionals’ requiring assistance. Provide educational activities based on specialty area.
• Ability to interact with staff at multiple levels, executive, managerial, administrative and technical. Use diplomacy and mediation skills to avoid and/or resolve problems so as not to delay projects.
• Demonstrated constructive/supportive approach in collegial and patient/family relationships.

• May need to work occasional overtime as needed, must be able to work with multiple deadlines with changing priorities.
• Ability to travel to attend off-site training sessions at study specific Investigator meetings.
• Work at various locations within the UC Davis Sacramento campus.
• This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
• The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

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