Clinical Research Coordinator I, Oncology

CHOC Children's; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 40,611 - 66,965; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Children’s applies rigorous clinical research processes to advance pediatric care. The CRC-I performs essential research coordination tasks, supports IRB submissions, and ensures data integrity under supervision.

This role emphasizes collaboration across clinical teams to ensure compliant, high-quality studies. The successful candidate will have at least one year of CRC experience, an allied health degree, and familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform core Clinical Research Coordinator responsibilities for human subjects’ research.
• Assist in assessing feasibility of clinical protocols, and prepare materials for IRB submission.
• Identify potential study participants, collect data/specimens, maintain study records.
• Coordinate study team meetings and archive records per policies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

ICH-GCP knowledge

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children’s health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children’s health and patient safety.

Job Summary

Under moderate supervision, the Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC-I) is expected to perform all core Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) responsibilities for human subjects’ (clinical) research. Study management includes but is not limited to assisting in assessing feasibility of clinical research protocols, preparing materials needed for regulatory review and submission to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), identifying potential study participants, collecting research data/specimens, completing study records in an accurate and timely manner, participating in quality assurance audits, managing study materials and supplies, communicating across multiple teams, and archiving records in accordance with appropriate policies and procedures. The CRC-I may also be responsible for development of source documents and/or case report forms and coordination of research/project team meetings. The CRC-I is the second position in the Clinical Research Coordinator series.

Pay Range

Minimum $29.48 Midpoint $39.04 Maximum $48.61

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

Required: Minimum one (1) year of clinical research coordination experience.

Preferred: Clinical research experience in a hospital setting and/or pediatric clinical research experience.

Education

Required: Associate degree or equivalent additional experience can be accepted in lieu of education.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.

Specialized Skills

Required: Basic knowledge of key Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Be detail oriented. Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple competing priorities. Working knowledge of human subjects’ regulatory requirements and International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP).

Preferred: Ability to conduct informed consent. Working knowledge of Cerner or equivalent electronic medical record system. Knowledge of sample identification, processing and storage.

Licensure

Required: RQI Responder- American Heart Association. If incumbent does not have certification at time of hire or promotion, certification is expected to be obtained within six (6) months of assuming position. With management approval, the time in which to obtain certification may be extended past six (6) months due to extenuating circumstances.

Preferred: Phlebotomy certification.

Work Environments - Functional Demand

Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%
• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%
• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements

• Color Discrimination
• Depth Perception
• Far Vision
• Hearing
• Near Vision

Environment Requirements

• Airborn Communicable Disease
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Chemical
• Dust Particular Matter
• Extreme Noise Levels
• Extreme Temperatures
• Radiation
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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