Clinical Research Assistant

DESCRIPTION The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between the UCSD: encompassing 28 departments, 6 schools (School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences & the School of Physical Sciences), UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the basic and translational research of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These various programs and units are all dedicated to fulfilling the Moores Cancer Center's mission of reducing cancer's burden. As such, it ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting the continuum of cancer research, providing advanced patient care, and serving the community through outreach and education programs. As a top-ranking, future-oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Moores Cancer Center follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees including opportunities for cross-training, professional development, and progressive responsibility. MCC’s mission is to transform cancer care in our catchment area and beyond by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training. MCC will make a global impact on improving health by reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, with the foundation of our core values - Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service. Under general supervision, the Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (ACRC) will work in the Pancreatic Cancer Center in collaboration with the group's clinical and research teams to execute clinical studies including the Pancreatic Cancer Early Detection (PRECEDE) consortium study and other studies relevant to pancreatic cancer, pancreatic cysts, and early detection as needed. The ACRC will be responsible for various aspects of protocol management such as assisting with initiation, implementation, and management of clinical studies, recruiting and consenting participants, collecting and entering research data, updating study and patient records, submitting protocol applications and amendments to local IRB, sample acquisition and downstream processing, and maintenance of accurate and complete research files. Other duties assigned as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Theoretical knowledge of biology, microbiology, social sciences, clinical sciences as typically attained by a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment. Knowledge of clinical research protocols, principles, and standards. Experience interpreting medical charts and abstracting data from medical records. Ability to understand and interpret complex research protocols in order to screen patients for eligibility, initiate study plan, collect data, evaluate for adverse events and protocol deviations. Ability to perform blood sample preparations including centrifugation, pipetting, making various buffer solutions, and proper sample storage. Ability to use biosafety cabinet, ULT/LN freezers, and centrifuge. Skills in administering study related questionnaires and assessments. Computer experience including Microsoft Office, database management and email skills. Ability to accurately collect, record, transcribe and synthesize clinical data while paying conscientious attention to details. Experience maintaining files and keeping records. Ability to handle laboratory samples, learn and carry out shipping procedures. Ability to communicate to supervisor, PI and research team study progress and accept constructive advice and suggestions. Ability to work independently. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse groups, including professional and non-professional staff and clients. Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting in order to prioritize a large volume of work and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately. Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a diverse population. Excellent phone etiquette skills. Ability to understand and learn study procedures from protocols. Ability to problem-solve. Ability to work with different clinical protocols concurrently. Knowledge of Human Subjects Protection requirements. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to perform molecular biology techniques including PCR, RT-PCR, cDNA synthesis, gene expression analysis, recombinant protein expression, RNA/DNA isolation, protein purification. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain TB test clearance. Must be able to obtain annual TB/Fit test clearances. Ability and willingness to process blood samples. Must be able to travel to different locations and work weekends and evenings as needed. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $75,815 - $121,960 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $36.31 - $58.41 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr