Clinical Research Assistant II, Tissue Bank, Simmons Cancer Center

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
The Tissue Management shared resource in the Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center is looking to hire a Clinical Research Assistant II who would like exposure to the clinical research field. Our core facility collects human biospecimens which are used by faculty on campus for their research. In this role you will work in a fast-paced environment and interact with patients and clinical staff at UT Southwestern and Parkland Hospitals. In addition to the standard duties below, you will communicate with clinical, surgical and pathology staff regarding timely research specimen collection.  You will also be explaining the purpose of the cancer center biorepository to patients and consenting those who agree to participate. Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish are highly encouraged to apply.  

 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
   
  • High School Diploma or 
  • Associate's Degree in medical or science related field or 
  • Bachelor's Degree medical or science related field and no prior experience 

• Experience
   
  • 2 years experience with High School Diploma or 
  • 1 year experience with Associate's Degree 

Preferred

• Licenses and Certifications
   
  •  BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on affiliate location requirements.
  • CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements. 
     
    • CPR certification needed prior to start date

JOB DUTIES

• Understands visit schedules, criteria and protocol requirements for low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); schedules research visits.
• Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
• Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
• Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study. Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
• Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
• Compiles data for regulatory requirements and /or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.