Assistant. Clinical Research Coordinator - Hybrid - 60800-1A

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator - Hybrid - 60800-1A

Updated: Jan 9, 2024
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Cancer Center

Job Opening ID: 60800

Reports To: Clinical Research Manager

Working Title: Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator - Hybrid

Department: Cancer Center

Bargaining Unit: RX

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

The NCI-designated Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a campus-wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer-relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine. The CFCCC provides research resources to its ~175 members engaged in research and offers multidisciplinary cancer care to its patients.

Under supervision of the Clinical Research Manager of the Clinical Trials Unit, the Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the Cancer Center by providing comprehensive coordination and data management of multiple Phase II-IV cancer-related protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), and University policies and procedures. The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the cancer-related trials (Phase II-IV) for protocol specific requirements, research procedures, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answering research patient questions, scheduling appointments, etc. Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to national cooperative oncology groups, pharmaceutical companies and other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Cancer Institute, and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors. In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$26.60 - $43.82 (Hourly Rate)

Required:

1. 1-3 Years of related clinical research coordination work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience
2. Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff
3. Ability to establish and maintain files and records
4. Access to transportation to off-site research locations
5. Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team
6. Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others
7. Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly
8. Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well-organized reports, summaries, and correspondence
9. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload
10. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions
11. Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment
12. Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
13. Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
14. Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality with short time frames, under rigid deadlines, and/or in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands
15. Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments
16. Ability to think critically, compile data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports.
17. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
18. Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties
19. Ability to analyze problems, implement solutions and multitask
20. Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure
21. Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while ensuring strong attention to detail
22. Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Preferred:

1. Experience with cancer-related research.
2. Knowledge with various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, Industrial, and Investigator-authored.
3. Experience with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore.

Special Conditions Required:

May require study management coordination outside of normal business hours. May require travel to satellite sites.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

1. Background Check and Live Scan
2. Legal Right to work in the United States
3. Smoking and Tobacco Policy
4. Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

1. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]