Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Medicine - 139994

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 58.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking an assistant to the clinical trials team. The role supports coordinators, physicians and investigators in cardiovascular research through data collection, screening, scheduling and specimen handling.

The candidate will assist with communication between sponsors, perform telephone screenings, and help with case report forms while maintaining lab inventory and shipping processes. A teamwork mindset and detail orientation are essential.

Formación

• Graduation from high school OR a GED with science-related coursework and laboratory experience.
• Experience handling biological samples (blood and urine).
• Proficient in Word, Excel and data entry tasks.
• Ability to execute protocol-required tasks.
• Knowledge of cardiology patient populations and ability to perform telephone screenings.
• Strong communication with research subjects, sponsors and staff.

Responsabilidades

• Assist clinical trials coordinators and investigators in daily activities.
• Communicate with sponsors and conduct patient phone screenings.
• Assist with patient interviews, data collection and form completion.
• Schedule patient visits and maintain lab kit inventories.
• Process and ship specimens and manage rating scales inventories.

Conocimientos

Lab procedures

Phone screenings

Data entry

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college in sciences

Herramientas

Word/WordPerfect

Excel

Descripción del empleo

This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 06/11/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment 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 cardiology.

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 knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.


• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College level coursework completed in physiology, biology, biochemistry, and microbiology.


• Ability to prepare IRB forms.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.


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


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


• Must have access to reliable transportation to/from various locations.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $57,504 - $69,175 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $27.54 - $33.13

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).