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National Medical Association

Clinical Research Assistant

National Medical Association, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Description

We are seeking a skilled Clinical Research Assistant to join our team to provide administrative and clinical support for the UCLA Clinical Research Unit (CRU). Your major duties will include, but are not limited to the following:triage paperworkmaintain filing systemsdata entryprepare and distribute correspondenceanswer incoming phone callsfax/photocopy/scan documentsscan lab manualsupdate and distribute research charts and study logsprepare investigational drug reportsobtain study participant records from internal and external sourcestransport study participant records and charts to/from various CRU clinic locationsassist in obtaining physician signaturesassist with campus/building tours for sponsor representativesprocess and pack/ship biological specimens (using dry ice)obtain liquid nitrogen and dry icerequest and prepare lab kits and suppliesdispose of biohazard materialreview schedules for research coordinators and remind them of commitmentsassist in tumor collection and freezing samples in liquid nitrogenpick up oral medications from pharmacyretrieve used oral medication for recording by research coordinatorattend meetings as requiredperform other duties and assist as requiredExperience in packaging retroviral vectors for gene transfer experiments with experience in PCR.Salary offers are determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and equity. UCLA Health hourly salary range for this position is $22.02 - $25.90.Qualifications

Required:Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with campus departments and the public.Ability to prioritize workload and ensure confidentiality.Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office and lab equipment.Ability to answer incoming calls and take appropriate and detailed messages.Ability to file accurately in both alphabetical and numerical sequence.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to shift priorities to meet deadlines.Skills in performing duties with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.Willingness to travel between UCLA Westwood and Santa Monica Clinic.Ability to work with a high level of accuracy especially when preparing lab specimens for shipment and/or delivery to clinical research laboratories.Ability to lift/push/pull equipment such as fax machine, computers, large amounts of documents and boxes. Replace large water bottle on water cooler as needed. Ability to lift/push/pull up to approximately 50 lbs.

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