Clinical Administrative Assistant

START Center for Cancer Research • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support to oncology research teams and Principal Investigators at START, an early-phase clinical research site network dedicated to oncology. The role is based on-site at 10700 Santa Monica, Suite 310, Los Angeles, California 90025, with a schedule of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The hourly pay rate is $26–$30, with base pay potentially varying according to market location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience in a clinical administrative role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems, such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Experience working in a CRO, clinical trial, life sciences, or healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Answer and transfer phone calls, screening them when necessary.
• Welcome and direct visitors and clients.
• Maintain filing systems.
• Retrieve information from records, email, minutes, and related documents, and prepare written summaries of data when needed.
• Respond to and resolve administrative inquiries and questions.
• Coordinate and schedule travel, meetings, and appointments for managers or supervisors.
• Prepare agendas and schedules for meetings.
• Record and distribute meeting minutes or other records.
• Maintain office supplies and coordinate maintenance of office equipment.
• Maintain a system for recording expenses and petty cash use.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus optional insurance options.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential, no-cost support for employees and their families from day one.
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans.
• A supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility.
• A collaborative workplace emphasizing continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, inclusivity, and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED