Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Medicine - 141428

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in La Jolla seeks a LAB AST 2 to support cardiovascular research and lipid management projects. The role involves assisting coordinators, coordinating patient screenings, and data collection within a busy research environment.

The position requires laboratory experience, proficiency with MS Word/Excel/WordPerfect, and the ability to handle biological samples and scheduling. A flexible schedule and teamwork are essential to contribute to ongoing trials and protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED with two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including science courses and one year lab experience; or equivalent.
• 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) and shipping laboratory specimens.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical trials coordinators, Director of Cardiovascular Research and PIs in general cardiology research.
• Conduct phone screenings of patients, assist with interviews and data collection, complete case report forms, and schedule visits.
• Maintain inventory of rating scales, screening instruments, and lab kits; process and ship specimens.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

WordPerfect

Data entry

Telephone screenings

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in natural or physical sciences

Tools

WordPerfect

Excel

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Payroll Title

LAB AST 2

Department

MEDICINE/Cardiology

Hiring Pay Scale

$27.54 - $30.34 / Hour

Worksite

La Jolla

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

TX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

Job Title

#141428 Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Medicine

Filing Deadline

Tue 9/29/2026

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. 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.

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 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.

Special Conditions

• 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 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.

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).

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.

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.