Clinical Research Assistant - Hematology/Oncology

Description The Laboratory Assistant II will provide administrative and clinical support for the UCLA Clinical Research Unit (CRU). Major duties include, but are not limited to, triage paperwork, maintaining confidential filing systems, confidential data entry, preparing and distributing correspondence, answering incoming phone calls, faxing/photocopying/scanning documents, scanning lab manuals, updating and distributing research charts and study logs, preparing investigational drug reports, obtaining study participant records from internal and external sources, transporting study participant records and charts to/from various CRU clinic locations, assisting in obtaining physician signatures, assisting with campus/building tours for sponsor representatives, processing and packing/ship biological specimens (using dry ice), obtaining liquid nitrogen and dry ice, requesting and preparing lab kits and supplies, disposing of biohazard material, reviewing schedules for research coordinators and reminding them of commitments, assisting in tumor collection and freezing samples in liquid nitrogen, picking up oral medications from pharmacy, retrieving used oral medication for recording by research coordinator, attending meetings as required, performing other duties and assisting as required. The Lab Assistant should also have experience in packaging retroviral vectors for gene transfer experiments with experience in PCR. Salary Range: $26.23 - $30.93 Hourly Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in biology and/or equivalent combination of education and experience Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with campus departments and the public Ability to prioritize workload and ensure confidentiality Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office and lab equipment Ability to file accurately in both alphabetical and numerical sequence Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to shift priorities to meet deadlines Skills in performing duties with frequent interruptions and/or distractions Ability to work in more than one environment, traveling to various clinic sites, meetings, conferences, etc. Ability to compose correspondence, prepare logs, and complete research forms/documents using clear and concise English grammar; ability to compose letters and memos using clear and concise English grammar Ability to work with a high level of accuracy especially when preparing lab specimens for shipment and/or delivery to clinical research laboratories Ability to lift/push/pull equipment such as fax machine, computers, large amounts of documents and boxes. Replace large water bottle on water cooler as needed. Ability to lift/push/pull up to approximately 50 lbs. Familiar with medical terminology and a strong understanding of the delivery of medical care. Ability to perform additional duties, tasks, special projects as needed by the Supervisor and the Division Manager. Preferred Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training #J-18808-Ljbffr