Oncology Research Specialist - Pediatrics

About the role

Assists with clinical, regulatory, business, and other documentation associated with oncology research projects/clinical trials within the department. Participates in the study project start-up activity, works with the PI and others to initiate new research projects. Maintains protocol amendments, deviations, and informed consent changes regarding oncology research studies, assures all documentation is managed compliantly and maintained in an audit-ready manner. Maintains appropriate documentation for assigned studies. Assists in maintenance of filing systems, data repositories and systems. Assists in the monitoring of clinical trial compliance by reporting issues and problems appropriately. Obtains required documentation and assesses patient eligibility for research studies. Contacts local research staff to confirm scheduling of tests/treatments required by protocol. Obtains and completes data for patients enrolled on clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the study project start-up activity, works with the PI and others to initiate new research projects.
• Maintains protocol amendments, deviations, and informed consent changes regarding oncology research studies, assures all documentation is managed compliantly and maintained in an audit-ready manner.
• Maintains appropriate documentation for assigned studies.
• Assists in maintenance of filing systems, data repositories and systems.
• Assists in the monitoring of clinical trial compliance by reporting issues and problems appropriately.
• Obtains required documentation and assesses patient eligibility for research studies.
• Contacts local research staff to confirm scheduling of tests/treatments required by protocol.
• Obtains and completes data for patients enrolled on clinical trials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred, Health/Science preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred, especially cancer care and/or clinical research.
• Certification in clinical research (SoCRA, ACRP, RAPS, etc.) preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred, Health/Science preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Benefits and More:

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

$25.30 - $37.95

Schedule

M-F; 8a-5p