Pediatrics Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Cancer Center
University of Iowa

Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Pediatrics Clinical Trials Research Assistant to serve as a member of the Pediatrics Clinical Research Services team and assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of health care provided to research protocol patients; work closely with Pediatrics Clinical Research Coordinators in the collection of data and in close collaboration with multiple departments and offices, including the University Clinical Trials Office; maintain medical documentation, binders and files; manage data entry and electronic data systems for clinical research protocols; perform labs procedures for clinical trials currently being conducted within the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center (HCCC) at The University of Iowa.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General Responsibilities
  • Participates in the development of general goals for the Clinical Research Service office
  • Conducts all work in a manner that complies with Institutional Review Board requirements, departmental SOPs, and in response to physician and research needs and requirements
• Research Team Support
  • Assists in obtaining and delivering prescription medications from investigational pharmacy.
  • Accompanies patients & provide transportation to other departments
  • Performs ECGs per study protocol
  • Submit histology requisitions as required per protocol
  • Assist study coordinators with appropriate tasks as assigned
• Data Coordination
  • Data Identification & Entry
    • Reviews patient charts, lab reports, study worksheets and other related information to obtain data required per protocol
    • Enters protocol-required patient data on electronic databases ensuring that all assessments are completed, and data conforms to database required fields
    • May assist in the review of worksheets, treatment flow sheets and assorted tools to provide source documentation of protocol treatment procedures provides follow-up for treatment related complications
    • Timely communication regarding gaps in data collection and reporting needs
  • Sponsor Communication
    • Assists in the preparation of research study charts for periodic review by both internal and external monitors. Assist in follow up of any queries identified in the review
  • Study Team Support
    • May obtain documentation of external hospitalizations or reports from treatment at external facilities
    • Attends protocol meetings and other UIHC and Study Sponsor meetings; participates on committees as appropriate
• Laboratory Functions
  • Processes laboratory specimens per study-specific instructions
  • Properly stores and ships laboratory specimens per study-specific instructions
  • Maintains the cleanliness, operability, and safety of common lab areas
  • Maintains, inventories, and orders laboratory kits required per protocol
  • Assists in the accurate retrieval of basic study data as it pertains to laboratory specimens

Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is Iowa's only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. The NCI designation recognized our cancer center, and its research scientist, physicians, and other health care professionals, for their roles in advancing cancer research that impacts on our ability to prevent, detect and treat our patients with cancer. Not just a floor, or a building, or even confined to a single college. Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center coordinates all cancer-related research, education, and patient care by faculty from 41 departments and six colleges, as well as UI Hospitals and Clinics and UI Children's Hospital.

Percent of Time: 100%

Pay Grade: 3A

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Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 6 to 12 months experience in a research or health care setting
• Experience with medical terminology
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in computer software applications
• Ability to manage complex information with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the conduct of clinical or laboratory research studies
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and procedures
• Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (SOCRA or ACRP)
• Certification that allows for blood draw (Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, LPN)
• Experience conducting electrocardiograms (ECG)
• Experience working with Epic
• Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures and regulations

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Please reach out to Hannah Ihns at hannah-ihns@uiowa.edu with additional questions.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clin Trials Rsrch Asst/Data Mg
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Hannah Ihns
• Contact Email: hannah-ihns@uiowa.edu

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