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
Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies and may coordinate observational (non-treatment/treatment) trials/studies. May provide supporting role for more complex studies under the direction of the PI, Clinical Research Coordinator and/or Clinical Research Lead. 
 

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.  

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Communicate with clinical, surgical and pathology staff regarding timely research specimen collection.
2. Procure specimens from hospitals and clinics. Distribute specimens to researchers on campus for time 
critical collections.
3. Document specimen collections in case report forms
4. Discuss the research studies and consent patients. Communicate study status with team and clinical staff in a timely manner.
5. Help with projects as needed.

 

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
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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
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