Clinical Research Coordinator - Hybrid

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The National Cancer Institute‑designated Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a campus‑wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer‑relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine. The CFCCC provides research resources to its ~175 members engaged in research and offers multidisciplinary cancer care to its patients.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Research Manager of the Clinical Trials Unit, the Clinical Research Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the Cancer Center by providing comprehensive coordination and data management of multiple Phase I‑IV cancer‑related protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), and University policies and procedures.

The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of cancer‑related trials—from protocol‑specific requirements and research procedures to data collection and record keeping. Duties include attending clinic to assist the Principal Investigator with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answering research patient questions, and scheduling appointments.

The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi‑level research network, including attending Disease‑Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings and interacting with sponsoring agencies such as the National Cancer Institute, and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.

Additionally, the Coordinator must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the National Cancer Institute.

• Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
• Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment
• High‑level communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, synthesizing data and presenting to others
• Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality within tight deadlines and in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands
• Ability to establish and maintain files and records
• Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish cooperative working relationships
• Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team
• Multitasking and meeting deadlines despite interruptions
• Problem‑solving capabilities to resolve unforeseen concerns
• Minimum experience of three years as a clinical research coordinator or as an assistant CRC working with cancer therapeutic trials
• Ability to research, evaluate information, and prepare concise, well‑organized reports, summaries, and correspondence
• Organizing and prioritizing a complex and dynamic workload
• Access to transportation to off‑site research locations
• 3–5 years of related clinical research coordination work experience with a Bachelor of Arts/Science, or equivalent experience
• Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff

• May require study management coordination outside normal business hours

In addition to the salary range listed below, UCI offers a wealth of benefits, including medical insurance,…