Clinical Trials Research Assistant - 135291

UC San Diego; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading health sciences institution as a Clinical Trials Research Assistant. This role offers the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research in cardiology, focusing on lipid management and cardiac rehabilitation. You will support the research team by conducting patient interviews, managing data collection, and ensuring the smooth operation of clinical trials. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of healthcare. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a collaborative environment where your contributions will help shape the future of patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED with lab experience.
• Experience handling biological samples and data entry.
• Knowledge of cardiology patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist research team with patient interviews and data collection.
• Conduct phone screenings and maintain lab inventory.
• Communicate with pharmaceutical sponsors.

Skills

Biological sample handling

Data entry

Communication skills

Lab safety

Telephone screenings

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in natural sciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Clinical Trials Research Assistant - 135291

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Job Description

Filing Deadline: Thu 5/22/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 05/12/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 05/22/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

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. Research 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. Other duties will be assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).

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

• Experience executing protocol-required tasks.

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

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Only social and behavioral science research experience.

• Experience interpreting medical charts, experience in abstracting data from medical records.

• Knowledge of National Institute of Health (NIH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Human Resource Protection Program (HRPP), IATA Shipping of Blood Specimens, and Bloodborne Pathogens.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting in order to prioritize a large volume of work and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately.

• Must have clinical research experience in biomedical research.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and occasional weekends.

• Must be willing to handling biological samples (blood and urine specimens).

• Must have a reliable source of prompt communication.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $45,999 - $54,079 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $22.03 - $25.90

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

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 status under state or federal law.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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Payroll Title:

LAB AST 2

Department:

MEDICINE/Cardiology

Hiring Pay Scale

$22.03 - $23.97 / Hour

Worksite:

East Campus (La Jolla)

Appointment Type:

Career

Appointment Percent:

100%

Union:

TX Contract

Total Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

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La Jolla, CA

Posted: 5/8/2025

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