Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator - Limited
About The Position
This position supports the clinical research program of Dr. Donny W. Suh, Professor and Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine. Dr. Suh is a nationally recognized leader in pediatric eye disease research and a long-standing investigator with the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group (PEDIG), a multi-center network funded by the National Eye Institute (NIH). Dr. Suh's clinical research spans amblyopia, strabismus, congenital cataracts, retinopathy of prematurity, pediatric ocular trauma, and corneal disease including cystinosis. His lab also conducts clinical trials evaluating novel treatments such as overminus spectacle therapy and perceptual learning after strabismus surgery. As an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator, you will gain hands-on exposure to this diverse and impactful work. This is an entry-level opportunity for individuals early in their clinical research career. The Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator will support day-to-day study operations, coordinate participant visits, assist with data collection, and contribute to regulatory and compliance activities. You will develop proficiency in charting and documenting medical encounters using standardized clinical formats — a foundational skill across healthcare and research settings. Working in a specialized pediatric ophthalmology environment will build fluency in medical terminology and diagnostic language. You will apply HIPAA-compliant practices to all data handling, communication, and record management. Daily exposure to Dr. Suh's research will cultivate a strong clinical understanding of conditions such as amblyopia, strabismus, retinopathy of prematurity, and congenital cataracts — including their mechanisms, progression, and treatments.
Requirements
- Knowledge of clinical research principles & human subjects protections
- Skill in clinical documentation & medical charting
- Knowledge of medical & ophthalmic terminology
- Skill in data management & electronic systems, including experience with Epic EHR
- Ability to coordinate multiple concurrent study activities
- Skill in interpersonal communication & participant engagement
- Ability to maintain confidentiality & exercise sound judgment — PHI handling, privacy compliance
- HS graduation and sufficient experience and demonstrated skills to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Bachelor of Science degree in a Human Biology or related science field
- Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day study operations
- Coordinate participant visits
- Assist with data collection
- Contribute to regulatory and compliance activities
Benefits
- medical insurance
- sick and vacation time
- retirement savings plans
- access to a number of discounts and perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
