What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Trials Research Assistant/Data Manager - Radiation Oncology position at The University of Iowa?
Position Summary:
The Department of Radiation Oncology is currently seeking a Clinical Trial & Data Management Research Assistant/Data Manager. This role will Support, conduct and manage clinical trials to deliver and evaluate research protocols in the Department of Radiation Oncology. Key areas of responsibility include protocol development/management and study responsibilities; research/clinical activities, subject recruitment and enrollment, data collection and monitoring; regulatory guidelines and documents and financial responsibility.
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to Michael Washington at michael-washington@uiowa.edu.
About Radiation Oncology:
Our skilled professionals are committed to delivering compassionate patient care, advancing research, and providing education through the integration of radiation medicine, free radical science, physics, and advanced imaging. We cultivate a culture that promotes continuous improvement, staff empowerment, and cutting-edge innovation. Our faculty and staff deliver exceptional clinical care at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and across five community-based sites in Iowa, Bettendorf, Burlington, Clinton, Iowa City, and Ottumwa. We are proud of our department's exceptional scores in patient satisfaction
Education is a core focus of the department, and we nurture the next generation of students, residents, and fellows. Our trainees gain exposure to the full spectrum of cancer care, from bench to bedside. With engaged mentors and a wide array of clinical experiences and research possibilities, our program offers a robust learning environment for radiation biology, medical, and physics students alike.
Duties to include but not limited to:
- Consult with researchers to assist in developing a data management plan
- Design forms to facilitate the collection and tracking of study participant data, study drugs, biological specimens and study procedures.
- May screen, recruit, enroll and obtain informed consent for clinical trials.
- Perform all data processing tasks such as: enter data, verify data, identify problem data, generate queries, etc.
- Develop procedures for on-site data audits, participate in audits, and design and generate reports for use in data audits
Education Requirement:
- A Bachelor of Science degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Basic experience and participation with clinical trials, following specific protocol techniques and management.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer software applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
- Ability to manage complex information with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience conducting electrocardiograms (ECG)
- Experience working with Epic and OnCore databases.
- 6 months to 1 year of related experience in Oncology.
- Current IATA certification (International Air Transportation).
- Experience with laboratory functions including processing specimens per protocol, as well as storage of specimens, maintaining lab areas, inventories, orders.
- Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures and regulations
Application Process:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Priority will be given to applicants who apply within the first 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Additional Information:
- Classification Title: Clinical Trial & Data Management Research Assistant/Data Manager
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts
- Work Modality Options: On Campus
Compensation:
- Pay Grade: 3A https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure
- Starting Salary Minimum: $41,541.00
Contact Information:
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Michael Washington
- Email: Michael-Washington@uiowa.edu.
Salary : $41,541
