Human Research Technologist - Cancer Institute

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cancer Institute at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeking a Human Research Technologist. This entry level role will execute clinical research protocols, including recruiting/consenting/assessing/following patients, obtaining biospecimen samples, and creating/maintaining records under supervision from CRCs and research nurses.

You will manage study documentation and data collection, coordinate with sponsors and investigators, document workload, and help prepare reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 3+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
• Background checks required per university policy.
• No visa sponsorship for staff; must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting/consenting/assessing/following patients for clinical studies.
• Obtaining biospecimen samples and handling related data and records.
• Collecting/transmitting data and troubleshooting protocol/compliance issues.
• Informing Principal Investigator and writing reports/presentations.
• Coordinate meetings and prepare action items and stakeholder communications.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Human Research Technologist - Cancer Institute### Human Research Technologist - Cancer InstituteApply: College of Medicine: Full time: Posted Today: REQ\\_0000083659# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.### **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.### **POSITION SPECIFICS**The Cancer Institute at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeking a Human Research Technologist. This position executes clinical research protocols; tasks may include (but are not limited to) recruiting/consenting/assessing/following patients, obtaining biospecimen samples, creating/maintaining records, collecting/transmitting data, troubleshooting minor-to-moderate protocol/compliance issues, meeting and regularly informing PI including writing reports and ppt presentations. This is an entry level position and this person will focus on straightforward studies with supervision from higher level CRC's and research nurses.- Managing documentation and data collection needs for the investigator(s), sponsor(s), CTO office, and other stakeholders, both on campus (e.g. internal monitors/auditors) and off campus (e.g. FDA). Compared to HRT-intermediate professional, the HRT-advanced professional will take the lead on more complex, higher risk protocols.- Work on a clinical trial research project portfolio by screening, recruiting and assessing subjects for clinical trials, managing the patient's schedule of activities, recording and communicating this and other information. Works closely with research nurse and CRC(s) on these procedures.- Work with biospecimens from study patients, including procurement, basic lab techniques (e.g. centrifuging), transmission to/from laboratories, preparation for transmission of specimens to appropriate location(s), recording and maintaining data related to specimens.- Coordinate workflow within study team and with sponsors and investigators to ensure proper management of trial activity. Coordination of meetings including preparation of reports/slides for meetings. Compile information from meetings, particularly action items, and communicate them to stakeholders.- Documentation of study specific workload/activities and compile study records for proper, compliant invoicing. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None### **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.### Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. **SALARY & BENEFITS**The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $49,188.00 - $71,340.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.