Clinical Research Coordinator

Updated: Oct 11, 2022
Location: Orange-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Cancer Center

Job Opening ID: 44094
Reports To: Clinical Research Manager
Working Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Bargaining Unit: RX
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 009335
Job Location: UCI Med Center-Orange
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 Clinical Research Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the Cancer Center by providing comprehensive coordination and data management of multiple Phase I-IV cancer-related protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedure (SOPs), and University policies and procedures. The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the cancer-related trials (Phase I-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, answer research patient questions, schedule 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) adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
 
Compensation Range:
 
$31.03 – $39.86
 
Department Website:
 
https://cancer.uci.edu/
 
Required:
 
Minimum experience of three years as a clinical research coordinator or three years as an Assistant CRC working with cancer therapeutic trials
3-5 Years of related clinical research coordination work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds 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 Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments Ability to think critically, compiles data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports. Ability to work both independently and as part of team Access to transportation to off-site research locations Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well organized reports, summaries, and correspondence Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff Ability to establish and maintain files and records Minimum experience of three years as a clinical research coordinator or three years as an Assistant CRC working with cancer therapeutic trials 3-5 Years of related clinical research coordination work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience Strong attention to detail Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties Ability to perform ongoing needs analysis and recommend solutions to resolve concern. Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while implementing institutional change High level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others
 
Preferred:
 
Knowledge with various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, Industrial, and Investigator-authored. Experience with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore Experience with cancer-related research
 
Special Conditions Required:

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

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:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

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

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
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 eec@uci.edu .
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