Responsibilities
Participate in all research activities as part of the Melanoma/Breast clinical research team located at UCLA/UCLA Santa Monica while under the direction of the team leader, investigators, Director and Assistant Director of the JCCC CRU, and the MSO II.
The Data Manager is responsible for completing in a timely and accurate manner the data management of clinical research studies.
This includes responsibility for collection and transcription of research patient data and study related information into research records (CRFs), and assist with maintenance of regulatory files to fulfill research requirements.
Work with study monitors to process and collect accurate data in a timely manner and assist investigators and study coordinators in clinic settings.
Work flexible hours and/or overtime to meet study deadlines and requirements.
Work may be assigned by the team leader, investigator or Administration, and assignments may be changed on an as-needed basis in order to ensure that studies and patient care needs are handled appropriately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Required:
Demonstrated working knowledge of current medical terminology specific to oncology, to accurately read entries in patient charts and record accurately and timely, information into study records and other appropriate research data forms.
Clinical research experience, with in depth knowledge of clinical oncology as it pertains to clinical trials and studies.
Demonstrated knowledge of good clinical practices for clinical research as defined by the FDA.
Demonstrated organizational skills to efficiently and effectively provide data management/monitoring support for multiple clinical trials and projects, providing accurate information in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload to meet demands of PIs, Sponsor and FDA.
Demonstrated knowledge of all components the research process as it pertains to clinical trials and studies, i.e., IRB procedures and processes, data management, patient care management, etc.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work with patients, their families/ guardians, physicians, administrators, work colleagues, representatives from sponsors and other to achieve maximum efficiency in reaching and maintaining workplace goals in a professional manner.
Ability to understand that work may be delegated by more than one person, depending on the individual needs of the clinical study and to carry out job responsibilities as assigned in a timely manner.
Notify direct supervisor of any conflicts in demand on time or priorities.
Computer skills using PC platform computers with proficiency in Excel, Word, FileMaker pro to enter data and generate correspondence accurately.
Ability to work at more than one site, travel to participating clinics and attend off-site staff meetings, conferences and investigators meetings.
UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.