Therapeutic Interventional (Ti) Senior Clinical Research Assistant

Department Overview

SMMART is the cutting edge, flagship program of the Knight Cancer Institute's Precision Oncology program. Our name stands for Serial Measurements of Molecular and Architectural Responses to Therapy, and we are designed to change the way we approach cancer research and treatments. SMMART has the ambitious goal of developing innovative cancer treatment regimens that last longer (are more durable) and allow better quality of life (are more tolerable) for patients with cancer at all stages. Through comprehensive and longitudinal analysis, the SMMART program evaluates each patient's individual cancer tumor with the mission to understand why standard therapies often stop working, and to develop novel combinations that may stop cancers from becoming resistant to cancer drugs.

SMMART is a highly adaptive, fast-paced, multi-collaborative, clinical research environment. We work to support the conduct of translational clinical research, aimed at improving the lives of people and families with cancer, by applying innovative strategies for cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment that is uniquely tailored to each patient. We support this model through proactive, high quality, and efficient study management in compliance with federal regulations and local policies and procedures. We navigate the complex world of oncology and clinical studies, and work with a very vulnerable and sick population.

We are seeking a motivated TI Senior Clinical Research Assistant (Clinical Research Coordinator) who is eager to learn and interested in joining our highly dynamic team whose goal is to change how we attack cancer.

Function/Duties of Position

The SMMART TI Senior Clinical Research Assistant (Clinical Research Coordinator) will be responsible for the overall patient management of SMMART-operated clinical trials, and/or in conjunction with Knight Disease Teams that directly partner with our program on SMMART-collaborative clinical trials. This includes but is not limited to development and upkeep of research study forms and CRC training materials to perform study-related activities, verification of patient eligibility for study participation, consenting patients to participate and triaging patient questions when appropriate, maintaining adequate source documentation and data entry for proper conduct of protocol in accordance with applicable NCI and FDA guidelines, and maintenance of participant records and study files. This position will be responsible for placing study-related research orders in EPIC, monitoring study drug compliance with the clinical team, and collection and procurement of biological specimens (such as tissue and blood) when necessary. Involvement of other non-invasive testing, such as ECGs, may occasionally occur as needed. This position may also assist management with verification that appropriate research activities were performed for the appropriate participant(s) and clinical trial(s). This position will have direct and frequent patient contact both in-person and via phone/virtual.

Level of research responsibility for this position requires general supervision. This position will be expected to complete responsibilities with moderate oversight to perform tasks, and requires increased innovation and problem solving, understanding of complex protocol requirements and adherence, and participant data management. This position may also be asked to assist management with other administrative projects or duties as needed.

The TI Sr. Clinical Research Assistant (Clinical Research Coordinator) may also assist in the continuing education and compliance of key stakeholders (physicians, residents, interns, nurses, and other related personnel) for compliance to and knowledge of SMMART clinical trials, workflows, and study activities. This position always promotes the mission of the Knight Cancer Institute through our professional standards of customer service, reliability, productivity, professionalism, accuracy, timeliness, and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Direct and frequent patient interaction (e.g., consent calls, collection of AEs, etc.),

• Tissue acquisition and procurement (e.g., biopsy tissue and blood), as necessary

• Assist with CRC training to junior CRC staff,

• Assistance in maintenance and development of pertinent CRC training materials and study documents,

• Responsible for coordination of patient study requirements and scheduling visits, for compliance to research activities as directed by the SMMART clinical trial schedule(s) of events,

• Adherence to and maintenance of appropriate source documentation for research participants,

• Ensure compliance to all Institutional Review Board (IRB), local, and federal policies, for participant's on-study activities,

• Disseminate SMMART clinical research information to program stakeholders and collaborators,

• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education and experience:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field AND 1 year of relevant experience OR

Associate's degree AND 3 years of relevant experience OR

4 years of relevant experience OR

Equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks,
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems,
• Proficient with computers running Windows and PC applications (e.g. MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint),
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills both on the phone and in person,
• Possesses the energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously,
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships,
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major courses in field of research or science

• Patient biospecimen collection experience

• Knowledge of OHSU clinical research processes

• Knowledge in medical terminology.

Additional Details

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and resume or CV.

Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles:

• We act BOLDLY-Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differently.

• We SUPPORT each other-Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellence.

• We work as a CONNECTED team - We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone.

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All are welcome

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