Clinical Research Associate Ncorp

Job Description - CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE NCORP )

Job Description

Posted:
Oct 15, 2026, 11:15:47 PM

Closing Date:
Oct 30, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:00 P.M.

Health and Hospital Systems

CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE NCORP

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SHIFT: 8AM-4PM

The grant will expire on July 31, 2027 with the potential to be renewed.

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

The Clinical Research Associate, NCORP provides support to patient research activities under supervision and direction of NCORP leadership.

• Identifies eligible study patients by checking all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with the patient's medical records and approval from referring provider and principal investigator
• Reviews each research study in detail to fully understand study background, requirements, patient eligibility, etc.
• Monitor adherence to protocols by all participating partners including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, and patients.
• Identifies any problems with protocol compliance and notifies principal investigator and/or primary provider.
• Resolves problems with protocol with minimum Principal Investigator involvement
• Completes and submits clinical research forms (CRFs) to all necessary NCI research groups via RAVE, Red Cap or other required data management system.
• Manage patient research activity in the electronic medical record and Web Collab, a project management tool used by the research team.
• Ensures that all study activity is in accordance with the guidelines, instructions and specifications outlined in the research protocol and that contractual obligation, goals and standards are met and maintained.
• Attends weekly tumor planning conferences.
• Attends working group meetings to discuss regulatory and patient updates and/or issues
• Attends annual cooperative group conferences (ECOGAIRG/WF/Alliance) for protocol update and further training as discussed and agreed upon with your supervisor.
• Assists with coordinating clinical activities, including scheduling and rescheduling patient research appointments (i.e.: new and follow-up appointments with medical oncology, imaging, and lab appointments).
• Follows up with patients who missed their clinic appointment and give them a new return date.
• Follows up regarding tests ordered to be sure they are scheduled appropriately.
• Works with others to ensure that personnel and protocols will operate within the defined research environment, with good level of cooperation with existing staff and programs.
• Follows procedures to protect and maintain the rights and confidentiality of all human study participants.
• Performs other duties assigned by NCORP leadership.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
• One (1) year of experience working with clinical trial patients required
• Experience and knowledge of the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Access) required

• Knowledge and understanding of the Federal regulations and guidelines governing the protection of human subjects (e.g., FDA, OHRP, GCP/ICH guidelines, and HIPAA regulations)
• Knowledge of the current requirements of regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of clinical trials
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
• Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills
• Ability to anticipate and plan for complex study needs, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and organize work
• Ability to meet deadlines and help coordinate multiple aspects of the ongoing project

Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and…