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Physician Assistant Clinical Research Dermatology

University of California - San Francisco

92.96 - 115.58

United States, California, San Francisco

1600 Divisadero Street (Show on map)

Jun 17, 2026

The Clinical Research Physician Assistant is a professional physician assistant who possesses the education, knowledge, clinical skills and experience necessary to provide expert care in the area of clinical research with physician oversight. The primary responsibilities of the Clinical Research Physician Assistant are the direct application of clinical expertise to study participants in the Dermatology Clinical Research Unit (DCRU). The Clinical Research Physician Assistant works collaboratively with the Director of the DCRU, Principal Investigators, and research staff to conduct study procedures per protocol. The Clinical Research Physician Assistant has responsibility for maintaining quality of care standards for all procedures performed and for ensuring all clinical care meets regulatory standards for the patients participating in clinical trials. The Clinical Research Physician Assistant evidences self-direction, accountability, and an attention to detail.

The Clinical Research Physician Assistant shall provide care under the direction of the Medical Director for shift duties. The Physician Assistant shall function in accordance with granted privileges, standardized procedures and policies. Incumbent will perform other duties as needed.

About the Dermatology Clinical Research Unit

The Dermatology Clinical Research Unit (DCRU) at Mount Zion is an outpatient clinical research unit to support observational and investigational research studies through the Department of Dermatology.

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
90	Yes	Direct Care Services Working in collaboration with the Director and study personnel, performs duties (such as venipuncture, skin biopsies, skin swabs, physical assessments, Point-of-Care testing, and other activities) to support clinical research protocols with research volunteers. Precise documentation of all procedures. Follow Dermatology Clinical Research Unit (DCRU), university, and state/federal policies and regulations for medication administration, infection control, and patient and staff safety.
10	No	Other duties as needed.

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UCSF Medical Center and Campus requires certain healthcare providers to be credentialed. In most cases this is done through its Office of Medical Affairs & Governance (OMAG) prior to the first working day. Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days but can vary.

Required Qualifications:

Six (6) months of experience as a Physician Assistant
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership/problem identification/resolution and precise documentation
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Recent experience in clinical research
Demonstrated competence in the following areas: phlebotomy, medication administration, IV insertion, EKG, medication administration (i.e. IV therapy, IM, SQ injections), excellent communication skills,
Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients with stigmatizing skin diseases and their families
Demonstrated experience working independently as a PA and exercising independent clinical judgment.
Ability to escalate significant adverse changes or clinical findings through appropriate chain of command
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a fast paced environment
Professional computer skills and competent in the use of PC compatible software including MS Office, proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook
Demonstrates self direction and accountability
Ability to communicate patient education around office-based dermatologic procedures, including risks, benefits, outcomes, and post-procedure wound care
Starts work at scheduled time and completes work on time
Complies with dress code, including appropriate identification

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:

* California Physician Assistant (PA) License without restriction
* National Board Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
* California Driver License (if required for position)
* Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address
* American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
* Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS

Preferred Qualifications:

Documented training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Knowledge of University guidelines, IRB/CHR requirements

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 here.

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.

Salary Information

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.

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

Required Qualifications:

Six (6) months of experience as a Physician Assistant
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Excellent leadership/problem identification/resolution and precise documentation
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Recent experience in clinical research
Demonstrated competence in the following areas: phlebotomy, medication administration, IV insertion, EKG, medication administration (i.e. IV therapy, IM, SQ injections), excellent communication skills,
Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with patients with stigmatizing skin diseases and their families
Demonstrated experience working independently as a PA and exercising independent clinical judgment.
Ability to escalate significant adverse changes or clinical findings through appropriate chain of command
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks with competing deadlines in a fast paced environment
Professional computer skills and competent in the use of PC compatible software including MS Office, proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook
Demonstrates self direction and accountability
Ability to communicate patient education around office-based dermatologic procedures, including risks, benefits, outcomes, and post-procedure wound care
Starts work at scheduled time and completes work on time
Complies with dress code, including appropriate identification

Required Licenses and/or Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Documented training on Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Knowledge of University guidelines, IRB/CHR requirements