Regulatory and Records Assistant

Job ID 89408 Location Sacramento Full/Part Time Full Time Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director, Regulatory Unit, the Regulatory and Records Assistant (RRA) supports centralized regulatory and records-management activities for the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center Office of Clinical Research (OCR). Responsibilities include processing IND safety reports and other routine regulatory activities; maintaining central essential documents and tracking required reviews, signatures, and training documentation; and coordinating the organization, retention, archival, and retrieval of clinical research records across OCR functional units. The RRA performs assigned activities in accordance with applicable regulations, institutional policies, OCR standard operating procedures, and established workflows. Apply By Date 10/24/2026 by 11:59pm PST Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or GED equivalent and/or equivalent experience/training and/or demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities. At least one (1) year of experience providing administrative, records-management, document-control, regulatory, or operational support in an environment requiring accurate recordkeeping, management of multiple deadlines, and handling of confidential or sensitive information. Working knowledge of standard office applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, and ability to learn new electronic systems. Organizational and records-management skills sufficient to accurately maintain, retrieve, and track a high volume of physical and electronic records. Ability to follow written procedures, checklists, and multistep workflows consistently and within established timelines. Attention to detail sufficient to identify missing, incomplete, duplicate, expired, incorrectly assigned, or improperly filed documentation. Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain information in electronic systems, databases, spreadsheets, and tracking tools. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, monitor deadlines, follow up on outstanding items, and communicate potential delays. Ability to distinguish routine activities from nonroutine issues and seek guidance or elevate concerns appropriately. Analytical and problem-solving skills to review information, identify discrepancies, and take appropriate action within established procedures. Written communication skills sufficient to prepare clear, accurate, and professional correspondence, status updates, and documentation. Oral communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and professionally with investigators, research personnel, supervisors, colleagues, and institutional partners. Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team. Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive participant, research, personnel, financial, and proprietary information. Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while performing repetitive or high-volume work. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, procedures, systems, and workload demands. Ability to accept feedback, correct errors, and apply instructions consistently to future work. Ability to provide timely, courteous, and service-oriented support while maintaining established compliance and documentation requirements. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related area. Experience providing administrative, regulatory, records-management, or document-control support in clinical research, healthcare, higher education, or another regulated environment. Experience processing a high volume of documents, monitoring deadlines, following up on outstanding requirements, and maintaining tracking tools. Experience organizing, reconciling, archiving, or retrieving physical or electronic records. Experience using an electronic document-management system, clinical trial management system, or other enterprise information system. Experience supporting clinical research regulatory documentation, safety-report processing, study closeout, or records-retention activities. Experience working in a cancer center, academic medical center, clinical trials office, or research program. Experience with Florence eBinders, OnCore, or comparable clinical research systems. Key Responsibilities 35% - IND Safety Report Processing 35% - OCR-Wide Records Retention and Archiving 25% - Centralized Regulatory and Essential Document Support 5% - Quality, Systems, and Operational Support Department Overview The UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCDCCC) is a campus‑wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose mission is to reduce the burden of cancer among the diverse populations in our community and beyond through bidirectional engagement and transdisciplinary collaborations that enhance our understanding of cancer, inform new ways to prevent and treat cancer, and prepares a committed and inclusive workforce. The Office of Clinical Research (OCR) is the centralized office for clinical research operations within UCDCCC. The OCR services support the entire lifecycle of cancer‑related clinical research protocols. These include support for development and implementation of clinical trials, quality control of clinical research operations, and training and education services. Department Specific Job Scope Responsibilities include supporting centralized regulatory activities for cancer‑related clinical research conducted through the OCR. The RRA processes IND safety reports, including identifying applicable studies and investigators, routing reports for required review or acknowledgement, tracking completion, maintaining documentation, and escalating exceptions requiring regulatory review. The RRA also processes continuing review approvals and permanent study closures to the NCI Central Institutional Review Board (CIRB) and provides other routine regulatory support as assigned. The RRA maintains centralized essential documents, including medical licenses, curricula vitae, laboratory certifications, and required training documentation. The incumbent monitors document expiration dates and outstanding requirements; distributes reminders; collects, reviews, and files updated documentation; and follows up with investigators and research personnel to maintain complete and current records. The RRA supports records retention and archival activities across OCR functional units by organizing, inventorying, transferring, retrieving, and tracking clinical research records in accordance with established procedures. The incumbent reviews records for basic completeness against established checklists, follows up on missing or incomplete items, maintains archival inventories and transfer documentation, and escalates questions involving retention requirements, substantive record completeness, or authorized disposition. The incumbent accurately maintains regulatory and records-management information in applicable clinical research systems, including OnCore and Florence eBinders, and performs assigned responsibilities in accordance with applicable federal regulations, institutional policies, OCR standard operating procedures, and Cancer Center Support Grant requirements. The RRA independently completes routine activities using established workflows and refers nonroutine matters or questions requiring regulatory interpretation to senior regulatory staff or management. POSITION INFORMATION Salary or Pay Range: $26.72 - $37.85 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 109 UC Job Title: BLANK AST 2 UC Job Code: 004723 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Shift (Work Schedule): Mon day -Fri day, 8:00am - 5:00pm Location: Facilities Support Srvcs Bldg (HSP068) Union Representation: CX-Clerical/Admin Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees. High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees Physical Demands Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e.g., e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment. This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements. 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We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together. As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. 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