Clinical Trials Financial Analyst

UCI group; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Discounts & perks

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a Clinical Research Finance Analyst to manage financial aspects of a portfolio of urology oncology trials. You will collaborate with investigators, trial teams, and finance offices to ensure compliant post-award activities and accurate reporting.

The role requires experience with clinical trial billing, strong analytical skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Join a leading research institution and contribute to innovative cancer research.

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical trial agreements and clinical research billing principles.
• Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize, and perform basic financial analysis assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 3-4 years of related work experience in clinical research and/or financial administration responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Financial management and oversight of a complex portfolio of urology oncology clinical trials.
• Partner with principal investigators, trial management teams, and institutional finance offices to ensure compliant post-award administration and accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures, invoicing, and financial performance across industry-sponsored trials.
• Interface directly with pharmaceutical, medical device and CRO partners to administer accounts receivable and payable for a portfolio of ~40-60 accounts.

Skills

Clinical trial finance

Budget monitoring

Financial reporting

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

3-4 years of clinical research financial experience

Tools

KFS

DSS

Data Warehouse

Oncore CTMS

PI Report

Excel

Job description

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 has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

Our team strives to provide patients with comprehensive care and the latest discoveries in education and research, leading to innovative techniques and minimally invasive procedures. The scientists and physicians on our team regularly lead studies in areas like surgery methods and urologic cancer treatments. We have established one of the largest and most innovative training centers on the nation's West Coast. Our mission is to discover new advances, teach tomorrow's healthcare leaders, and heal patients with compassionate care.

Your Role on the Team

The Clinical Research Finance Analyst is responsible for the financial management and oversight of a complex portfolio of urology oncology clinical trials within the Department of Urology. This role partners closely with principal investigators, clinical trial management teams, and institutional finance offices to ensure compliant post-award administration, accurate financial reporting, and effective stewardship of sponsored research funds. The analyst monitors budgets, expenditures, invoicing, and financial performance across, industry-sponsored clinical trials while ensuring adherence to sponsor regulations, institutional policies, and applicable federal guidelines. The position provides strategic financial analysis, forecasting, and problem-solving to support the successful execution of cancer clinical research and optimize the financial health of the research portfolio. The primary responsibility is interfacing directly with business partners in the pharmaceutical, medical device and clinical research organization (CRO) partners to administer the accounts receivable and payable for a clinical trial portfolio of ~40-60 accounts with a specific disease team. Uses professional concepts. Applies organizational policies and procedures to resolve various issues. Works on problems of limited to moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of multiple factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Contacts are primarily internal to the department, but may also be external.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required

• Experience with clinical trial agreements and clinical research billing principles
• Working knowledge of finance policies, practices, and systems.
• Ability to gather reasonably retrievable information to organize, and perform basic financial analysis assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability using spreadsheet and database software for moderately complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills at all levels within the unit; excellent service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability using organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to function as a member of a team.Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 3-4 years of related work experience in clinical research and/or financial administration responsibilities

Preferred

• Knowledge of UC Irvine’s financial systems including KFS, DSS, Data Warehouse, PI Report
• Experience working in a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS), preferably Oncore
• Experience managing finances for oncology-specific trials

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

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. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization