UC Irvine
Sr. Biospecimen Coordinator
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Sr. Biospecimen Coordinator
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Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus is home to five Nobel laureates and is known for academic achievement, premier research, innovation, and the “anteater” mascot. UC Irvine’s Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a multidisciplinary matrix organization dedicated to cancer‑relevant research and patient care. The CFCCC supports ~175 research members engaged in clinical and translational studies.
Your Role on the Team Under the supervision of the Biospecimen Lab Manager, the Senior Biospecimen Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the CFCCC by providing comprehensive coordination and data management of specimen correlative trials according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), SOPs, and University policies. The incumbent is responsible for:
Coordinating all aspects of correlative specimen trials, including protocol‑specific requirements, research procedure administration, chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping.
Attending clinics to assist investigators with recruitment, screening, consenting, questionnaire administration, patient communication, and appointment scheduling.
Serving as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies, and facilitating verbal and written communication with national cooperative oncology groups, pharmaceutical companies, and other research entities.
Maintaining communication with a multi‑level research network, attending Disease‑Oriented Team meetings, coordinating with sponsoring agencies (e.g., National Cancer Institute), and managing compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
Providing mentorship and guidance to other Biospecimen Coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and conducting ongoing analyses of internal processes to recommend new policies and procedures that improve operational efficiency and customer service.
Qualifications
5–7 years of related work experience in clinical or research laboratory environments.
Experience with clinical research and data collection, including working with and processing biological specimens.
Strong organizational and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated problem‑solving capabilities, research skills, and the ability to prepare concise, well‑organized reports and correspondence.
Ability to manage a complex, dynamic workload, multitask, and meet deadlines in a deadline‑driven structure.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and electronic data capture/medical record systems such as EPIC, Medidata RAVE, and others.
Current nationally‑recognized clinical research coordinator certification (e.g., SOCRA, ACRP) is preferred.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and Good Laboratory Practice regulations is required.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. Applicants who receive an offer of employment must comply with background checks, live scan, employment misconduct disclosures, legal right to work in the United States, vaccination policies, smoking and tobacco policies, drug‑free environment, and other applicable conditions.
Equal Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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Sr. Biospecimen Coordinator
role at
UC Irvine .
Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus is home to five Nobel laureates and is known for academic achievement, premier research, innovation, and the “anteater” mascot. UC Irvine’s Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a multidisciplinary matrix organization dedicated to cancer‑relevant research and patient care. The CFCCC supports ~175 research members engaged in clinical and translational studies.
Your Role on the Team Under the supervision of the Biospecimen Lab Manager, the Senior Biospecimen Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the CFCCC by providing comprehensive coordination and data management of specimen correlative trials according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), SOPs, and University policies. The incumbent is responsible for:
Coordinating all aspects of correlative specimen trials, including protocol‑specific requirements, research procedure administration, chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping.
Attending clinics to assist investigators with recruitment, screening, consenting, questionnaire administration, patient communication, and appointment scheduling.
Serving as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies, and facilitating verbal and written communication with national cooperative oncology groups, pharmaceutical companies, and other research entities.
Maintaining communication with a multi‑level research network, attending Disease‑Oriented Team meetings, coordinating with sponsoring agencies (e.g., National Cancer Institute), and managing compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
Providing mentorship and guidance to other Biospecimen Coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and conducting ongoing analyses of internal processes to recommend new policies and procedures that improve operational efficiency and customer service.
Qualifications
5–7 years of related work experience in clinical or research laboratory environments.
Experience with clinical research and data collection, including working with and processing biological specimens.
Strong organizational and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated problem‑solving capabilities, research skills, and the ability to prepare concise, well‑organized reports and correspondence.
Ability to manage a complex, dynamic workload, multitask, and meet deadlines in a deadline‑driven structure.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and electronic data capture/medical record systems such as EPIC, Medidata RAVE, and others.
Current nationally‑recognized clinical research coordinator certification (e.g., SOCRA, ACRP) is preferred.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and Good Laboratory Practice regulations is required.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. Applicants who receive an offer of employment must comply with background checks, live scan, employment misconduct disclosures, legal right to work in the United States, vaccination policies, smoking and tobacco policies, drug‑free environment, and other applicable conditions.
Equal Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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