The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 53 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between the UCSD: encompassing 28 departments, 6 schools School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences & the School of Physical Sciences), UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the basic and translational research of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These various programs and units are all dedicated to fulfilling the Moores Cancer Center's mission of reducing cancer's burden. As such, it ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting the continuum of cancer research, providing advanced patient care, and serving the community through outreach and education programs. As a top-ranking, future-oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Moores Cancer Center follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees including opportunities for cross-training, professional development, and progressive responsibility.

MCC's mission is to transform cancer care in our catchment area and beyond by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training. MCC will make a global impact on improving health by reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, with the foundation of our core values - Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service.

The Clinical Trials Office (CTO) at UCSD's Moores Cancer Center administers many clinical trials on behalf of its member investigators, including trials sponsored by National Cancer Institute cooperative groups, pharmaceutical companies, and physician investigators.

Reporting directly to the Translational Project and Lab Manager, the Translational Research Coordinator supports the clinical research efforts of the MCC by providing comprehensive coordination and data management for a portfolio of translational research protocols.

The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating translational research protocols, including recruitment, consenting, research chart preparation, data collection and record-keeping, and ensuring all protocol requirements are met. Assure compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines. Assist in ensuring the quality of the medical and clinical research data. Assist in providing guidance to investigators. Provide education and information to the general public concerning the ongoing clinical trials. Assist PIs with proposals, progress reports and manuscripts. Under direct supervision, create original documents and policies for assigned disease teams. Work closely with federal and state regulatory officials.

• Theoretical knowledge and/or Bachelor's Degree in social science, biological sciences, or a related field, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated advanced organizational and project management skills (preferably in an academic setting), including the ability to work independently, determine priorities, complete multiple projects accurately, efficiently, and with a high level of attention to detail while working with conflicting deadlines.

• Experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment such as CRO, academic research institution, and/or a research hospital.

• Experience handling, transporting, and/or processing biospecimens such as blood, tissue, and urine.

• Experience in research protocol start-up procedures, including: study feasibility, study activation and IRB processes, and qualification procedures. Experience in clinical trials research including budget negotiations and invoicing per clinical trial agreement.

• Excellent written skills and knowledge of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage. Ability to compose, edit, and finalize correspondence.

• Interpersonal skills with strong, demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing. Possess skills of tact, poise, diplomacy, confidentiality, and flexibility. Ability and willingness to work independently and/or in a team framework in conjunction with principles of community and with a diverse population of staff, faculty, and members of the community.

• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in a rapidly changing, time-pressured environment. Independent judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible as demands and priorities change.

• Working knowledge of investigational protocols (data management, query resolution, protocol design and protocol implementation). Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.

• Knowledge of experimental protocols, data gathering, protocol design and evaluation.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Experience in clinical trials research.

• Demonstrated experience in research protocol procedures, design, monitoring, Human Subject Rights, and informed consent procedures.

• Experience with laboratory procedures and values and experience interpreting them to determine patient eligibility and potential toxicities.

• Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office) and internet browser applications. Experience conducting searches on the internet.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

• Certification as a Clinical Research Associate or Coordinator.

• Experience completing clinical trials case report forms via hard copy and online.

• Enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in scientific research. Willingness and ability to learn new skills, research methods, and scientific principles.

• Theoretical knowledge of oncology clinical research trials.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to UCSD Health ancillary sites.