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Research Administrative Coordinator

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Nov 15, 2025

Research Administrative Coordinator

Neuro-Memory and Aging

Full Time

86827BR

Job Summary


The Research Administrative Coordinator will be an integral part of a team on the cutting edge of research including new therapies and other interventions for neurodegenerative brain diseases. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual who will use professional concepts to apply organizational policies and procedures and oversee a variety of ongoing administrative operational functions. Key functions of this role include:

  • Calendar Management: Coordinate and manage complex calendars for a research program manager, a clinical trials nurse manager, and MDs within the lab as needed. This includes scheduling meetings, appointments, and conference calls.
  • Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries, including high-level professionals and potential research participants, ensuring timely and professional correspondence. Manage inboxes on behalf of a study executive team & create/distribute internal newsletters to study sites across the nation.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and format reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed. Audit existing resources and build a strategic document management plan.
  • Travel Coordination: Arrange travel logistics, accommodations, and itineraries for domestic and international trips. Additionally, manage post-travel expense reimbursements/reconciliation for internal and external parties as needed.
  • Meeting Support: Organize meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items. Drive the planning, coordination, and execution of virtual and in-person investigator meetings.
  • Budget Tracking: Assist in monitoring and processing expenditures against budgetary limits.
  • General Administrative Tasks: Provide general administrative support such as filing, basic IT support, and office supply management.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills, and have a passion for contributing to impactful medical research.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $29.05 - $53.50 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Memory and Aging Center (MAC) is an internationally renowned clinical research center with over 200 full time employees with offices and clinical research space located in the Sandler Neurosciences Building and multiple other buildings on the UCSF Mission Bay Campus. The MAC provides clinical care for patients suffering from neurodegenerative disease processes; from this clinical population, external referrals, and direct recruitment efforts we enroll patients into more than 50 structured research protocols and/or treatment trials.

The Boxer Lab at the MAC has a mission to find effective, scientifically-based treatments that lead to a cure for neurodegenerative brain diseases. This is accomplished through a combination of clinical trials that emphasize patient and family benefits and public health impact, and observational studies that deepen our understanding of the biological mechanisms of neurodegenerative disease.

Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing.
  • Solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications like Outlook and Word.
  • Excellent demonstrated record of attendance and reliability.
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • The ability to conduct oneself in a highly professional manner
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams and establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Experience with surveys and presentations including related software (e.g., Qualtrics, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

004263 ADMIN OFCR 2 CX

Job Category

Administrative Support

Bargaining Unit

Teamsters Local 2010 - Clerical and Allied Services Unit (CX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

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