Clinical Research Associate 1

About the Role

The Clinical Research Associate I will coordinate Oncology research trials for the Cancer Center and associated satellite sites, primarily involving investigational medications and radiation therapy, including early or late phase FDA-regulated trials. Ensure compliance with federal guidelines at every step. Interact and correspond with clinicians, sponsors, cooperative groups, Upstate's Institutional Review Board, and regulatory agencies.

Enroll, register, and screen patients for Oncology clinical research trials; collect and submit clinical trial patient data. Perform various administrative duties, which may include proper collection and shipment of lab samples; regulatory upkeep and maintenance of clinical research study supplies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Oncology research trials, including early or late phase FDA-regulated trials.
• Ensure compliance with federal guidelines throughout the trial process.
• Interact and correspond with clinicians, sponsors, cooperative groups, Institutional Review Board, and regulatory agencies.
• Enroll, register, and screen patients for clinical research trials.
• Collect and submit clinical trial patient data.
• Perform administrative duties such as proper collection and shipment of lab samples and regulatory upkeep of study supplies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• SoCRA or ACRP certification.
• Oncology research experience.

Pay

$62,340–$65,000 per year.

Schedule

Monday–Friday (day shift).