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Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Job Overview As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best‑in‑class health care professionals and developing cutting‑edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients. The College of Medicine, University of Cincinnati Cancer Center, is looking for a Clinical Research Assistant. This position will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities. Under general supervision of the Clinical Research Manager, the Clinical Research Assistant provides support and assistance with clinical trial participants, biospecimens, and data collection to the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office. Duties can span a broad range of activities or be primarily focused within one or more areas of the clinical research spectrum. Essential Functions Review Team’s calendar of upcoming patient visits to identify any ECG collections, biospecimen collections, and/or financial submissions required for patients during the upcoming week. Complete ECGs on study‑provided ECG machines when due. Complete accurate documentation regarding ECG completion. Facilitate MD or NP review and signature of ECGs in real‑time to confirm ECGs are within safety parameters. Prepare biospecimen collection supplies, including hand off instructions for the clinical nurse(s) or phlebotomist(s) and ensure processing laboratory has accurate processing and shipment manuals and supplies. Coordinate collection, documentation, transportation, and shipment of research biospecimens as needed per the Team’s calendar of patients. Process research biospecimens as needed. Confirm paper and electronic records of biospecimen and ECG collections are complete and accurate. Retain original documents of ECGs, biospecimen requests, and lab requisitions in research paper charts. Along with data/office‑based coordinator(s), accurately enter data from electronic and/or paper research charts into study‑specific electronic data capture systems in a timely manner for industry sponsored, federally funded, or investigator initiated clinical research studies. Resolve queries related to ECG and biospecimen collections/documentation issued by study sponsors. Document and file deviations related to ECG and biospecimen collections through the appropriate regulatory channels. Complete financial documentation as needed for research patient visits, including billing logs, research encounter forms, and patient stipend or reimbursement requests, or similar. Maintain/Update the Team’s patients’ status and visit completions in the Clinical Trial Management System. Maintain Team’s biospecimen collection kit inventory, re‑ordering supplies as needed. Prepare study‑specific checklists and/or travel research charts as needed by the clinical research coordinators for the upcoming week. Prepare Informed Consent documents for potential new study participants, as needed by the clinical research coordinators. Perform related duties based on departmental/Team needs. Required Education High School Diploma or GED Required Experience None Additional Qualifications Considered Associate’s Degree Two (2) years of general workforce experience. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include: Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and eligible dependents for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans: As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14‑18 % of your salary based on position. Real Work‑Life Balance with generous time‑off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities Application Process Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider easy apply applications submitted via other websites. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Cincinnati

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