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UC San Diego Health

Clinical Trials Research Assistant - 137388

UC San Diego Health, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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The incumbent will serve as an assistant to the clinical trials research coordinators, director of cardiovascular research and Principal Investigators in general cardiology with an emphasis on ongoing research in lipid management and cardiac rehabilitation program.

The incumbent will perform standard repetitive field procedures that require technical, scientific knowledge and skills. Major responsibilities include assisting the research team with communication between pharmaceutical company sponsors, conducting phone screenings of patients, assisting with patient interviews and data collection, completing case report forms, and scheduling patient visits. Research duties include maintaining the inventory of rating scales and screening instruments. Laboratory duties include assisting with the inventory of lab kits, supplies, and the processing and shipping of specimens. Other duties will be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school OR a General Education Diploma and two years of laboratory experience OR two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. College level coursework completed in physiology, biology, biochemistry, microbiology preferred.

Experience handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).

Experience using Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, and Excel and data entry experience.

Must be able to work well with colleagues on a team while making an independent contribution to the research endeavors.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with research subjects, study sponsors, and all research and clinical staff.

Experience executing protocol-required tasks.

Knowledge of cardiology patient populations and ability to perform telephone screenings.

Ability to elicit clinically significant information from patients/subjects.

Demonstrated ability to perform lab duties safely and ship laboratory specimens on time.

Must be able to perform detailed work successfully.

Preferred Qualifications

Social and behavioral science research experience.

Ability to prepare IRB forms.

Clinical research experience in biomedical research.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be able to work a flexible schedule and occasional weekends.

Must be willing to handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).

Must have a reliable source of prompt communication.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay and Benefits Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $48,295 - $56,794 (will be prorated if appointment percentage

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Special selection and vaccination statements etc: Employment is subject to vaccination programs; life-support certifications requirements; UC San Diego Health Sciences context; Equal Opportunity Employer statements.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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