Clinical Research Assistant I

City of Hope • Duarte, CA

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About The Position

The Clinical Research Assistant I will manage multiple research protocols to support efficient operations and regulatory compliance, attending clinics as needed. The position handles data compilation, registration, and submission and maintains an effective system for data flow. The successful candidate will receive mentorship from experienced staff in a dynamic research environment.

The role is part of a multidisciplinary group led by Dr. Ajay Goel in the Department of Molecular Diagnostics and Experimental Therapeutics at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope. The group conducts translational research on the genomic and epigenomic characterization of gastrointestinal cancers, including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, esophageal, and hepatocellular cancers. The position may have the potential to become tenure-track if grant funding lasting 3–5 years is received from a federal agency.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree; experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
• One year of experience in a health care setting, preferably in research, with medical terminology and writing skills is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Research experience in a health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain protocol documentation and regulatory documents for IRB, DSMB, and PRMC/CPRMC.
• Compile, submit, and process data and specimens according to protocol requirements, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and hospital staff while ensuring confidentiality.
• Assist with patient recruitment, protocol-related tests and evaluations, and protocol-specific duties.
• Conduct research activities under close supervision, including laboratory experiments in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and informatics.
• Identify and communicate protocol and data management issues to the supervisor.
• Maintain professional development and an organized work environment.
• Attend clinics as needed and maintain an effective system for data flow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree