Clinical Research Assistant - Hematology / Oncology

Description

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Clinical Research Assistant provides both administrative and clinical support for the

laboratory. Responsibilities include preparing and managing daily laboratory

resources, processing and shipping biological specimens with dry ice, obtaining

liquid nitrogen, preparing lab kits and supplies, and disposing of biohazard

materials. The role also involves maintaining confidential filing systems,

performing data entry, preparing correspondence, answering phone calls, and

handling faxing, photocopying, and scanning. Additional duties include updating

research charts and study logs, preparing investigational drug reports, and

obtaining study participant records from internal and external sources.

The Clinical Research Assistant also supports study operations by

transporting records and charts between clinic locations, assisting with

physician signatures, coordinating campus tours for sponsor representatives,

and reviewing research coordinator schedules. Other responsibilities include

assisting in tumor collection and freezing samples in liquid nitrogen, picking

up and returning oral medications for documentation, and managing lab manuals

and study materials. The position requires attending meetings as needed and

performing other duties in support of the lab's research and clinical

activities.

Salary Range : $22.02 - $25.90 Hourly

Qualifications

All Required :

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 answer incoming

calls and take appropriate and detailed messages

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

Willingness to travel between

UCLA Westwood and COCPs

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.

Facility with medical

terminology and a strong understanding of the delivery of medical care.

Ability to assist with general

lab organization, safety, ordering, stocking, and maintenance of inventory

laboratory supplies