Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Medicine - 141428

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. 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.

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

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

• Experience handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).

• Experience executing protocol-required tasks.

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

• Must be able to perform detailed work successfully.

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

• Ability to prepare IRB forms.

• Must be willing to handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).
• Must have access to reliable transportation to/from various locations.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and occasional weekends.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment physical for those who work in clinical settings and/or with patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Complies with the University of California, San Diego Health (UCSDH) Principles of Community.
• This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.