Clinical Trials Research Student
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The Clinical Research Services coordinates all cancer-related research at UI Hospitals and Clinics. A primary role of the CRS is to execute interventional trials to provide additional treatment options to the oncology patients in our service. Our goal is to provide accurate execution of protocol defined requirements. Your primary function as a CRS Student will be to support research studies at the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. The success of these studies depends on a strong foundation built by devoted students who are committed to the advancement of cancer research.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Submission of documents to pharmaceutical and CRO entities in OnCore for clinical trial review
· Transfer biospecimens, such as pathology, blood, bone marrow or buccal samples.
· Assist in laboratory supply inventory management
· Prepare mailings for research subject specimens
· Submit protocol deviations per sponsor requirements into OnCore
· Assist in trial closure and document maintenance
· Consult with supervising staff to support improvement activities and organizational initiatives.
· Perform additional tasks, special functions and/or special projects as assigned.
Pay: 13.00/hr
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Availability to work a minimum of 15-20 hours between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm M-F each week during the school year. Opportunities to work 40 hours a week are available during the Summer.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
2. Proficiency in software applications such as MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
3. Experience with medical terminology.
EXPECTED SKILLS TO GAIN:
1. Relevant experience in the conduct of interventional oncology clinical trials.
2. Knowledge of the HCCC OnCore system and cancer-related medical terminology
3. Ability to manage complex information with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Administrative supervision provided by Internal Medicine, Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. Functional direction provided by Clinical Research Assistant Supervisor