Clinical Trials Data Associate, Department of Onco

Job Posting Title:Clinical Trials Data Associate, Department of Oncology, Dell Medical School----Hiring Department:Department of Oncology----Position Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:UT MAIN CAMPUS----Job Details:PurposePromote the research objectives of the Clinical Research Program in the Department of Oncology and Livestrong Cancer Institutes. This position works with Department of Oncology faculty and staff to facilitate early development pharmaceutical-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials. This position requires daily interaction with physicians, other health care personnel (e.g. nurses, patient care coordinators, patient service representatives, medical assistants), pharmaceutical company sponsors and any other groups integral to the successful completion of the research project.ResponsibilitiesWork independently to obtain, abstract, and code complex clinical information from multiple sources (medical records, research records, etc.) for research subjects. Code and record said information into various study-specific data-capture systems (both electronic and paper-based). Resolve and answer data queries with minimal errors. Make independent judgments about the relevance of the clinical data to the research for complicated oncology research subjects.Create and maintain patient shadow charts (paper and eCharts).Enter completed patient visits, protocol deviations and additional data points into Clinical Trials Management System. Collaborate with members of Clinical Research Program team to ensure data entry is up to date and accurately reflects activities relating to research. Request medical records and archival tumor tissue when required from outside medical facilities. Independently develop study-specific or program data acquisition forms.Work professionally with sponsor representatives to review and correct data recorded in the case report forms. Exercise independent judgment on query resolutions. Help schedule monitoring visits with sponsor representatives.Principally responsible for maintaining computer spreadsheets and databases for research studies.Understanding research study flow, work with clinic staff support services and research team members. Collate and maintain clinical information from multiple sources into research charts, eCharts, study binders, etc. Help track and maintain research subject schedules based on complex protocol-specific requirements. Assist with retrieval and return of oral investigational agents to Investigational Drug Pharmacy Services.Interact with patients at study visits to collect data.Verify that Adverse Event reporting is accurate and follows GCP guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements. Reviews new protocols for data management requirements.Assist in the completion of Medicare Coverage Analysis and study specific billing guides. Assist Research Coordinators in insuring proper billing of research charges.Assist Clinical Research team with tracking laboratory sample supplies, completing requisition forms, and assembling kits for upcoming research subject visits for assigned clinical trials.Assist Clinical Research team with tracking and processing research subject blood, urine, and tissue samples following study specific guidelines for storage and/or shipping. Assist Investigators and study team with preparation and analysis of study data for publication and grant preparation.Other related duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in a science-related field and two years of relevant experience in the medical field. Demonstrated understanding of medical terminology. Strong computer skills, attention to detail and ability to organize work. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to work effectively with colleagues, research subjects, and study sponsor representatives. Ability to work independently and to carry out complex tasks. The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to diversity and excellence within the learning health system. At the Dell Medical School we strive to create a vital, inclusive health ecosystem. To ensure alignment, we follow these fundamental values: . Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsMore than two years of relevant experience in the medical field. Experience with data entry and databases. Knowledge of Oncology practice and terminology. Prior experience in billing compliance. Prior experience in basic processing and shipping of laboratory samples. Competency in Microsoft Office software. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice.Salary Range$40,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsMay work around standard office conditions.Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. 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In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----Employment Eligibility:Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----Retirement Plan Eligibility:The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----Background Checks:A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----Equal Opportunity Employer:The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.----Pay Transparency:The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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