Research Scientist 2

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Research Scientist 2 with the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center Clinical Research Office. This position is responsible for working with providers in the coordination of patient participation on oncology clinical trials. This position plays a key role in patient safety and monitoring of protocol compliance. The Research Scientist 2 is responsible for informed consent of the patient, scheduling of protocol required appointments, documentation of side effects and medications. This role works directly with study team and PI to assure the trial activity is per protocol expectations and regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

Clinical research experience, oncology preferred.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research protocols, and assessment instruments.
Responsible for the daily conduct of assigned clinical trials by adhering to research protocols, planning/scheduling/coordinating logistical arrangements for research subject participation, and monitoring subject adherence to the protocol calendar of events and regulatory requirements.
Independently screens, recruits, and enrolls cancer patients to non-therapeutic oncology clinical trials (non-therapeutic interventional, behavioral, bio-repository, and quality of life).
Responsible for providing informed consent and interacting with patients and/or caregivers to clearly explain protocol expectations. Able to provide clear and concise instruction to research participants and/or caregivers.
Independently gathers all supporting documentation to assess subject eligibility with the Principal Investigator.
Generates data and performs and/or oversees data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance. Prepares narrative or graphical reports as appropriate. Able to complete patient contact documentation at each visit/contact to ensure all required data points are collected in the patient record.
Able to perform vital sign monitoring, electrocardiograms (EKG), and other study-specific procedures, including point of care testing.
Responsible for grading adverse events and toxicities per standardized criteria and communicating clearly with the trial Research Nurse or Principal Investigator regarding dose modifications or medication holds.
Able to follow billing guidelines and complete orders for each patient in accordance with the study budget.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.