The job provides technical research support for collecting, documenting, and reporting on moderately complex clinical studies. Provides input to support the administrative and operational tasks that impact clinical research conducted across the University. The Clinical Research Specialist will assist the Hematology/ Oncology research team in adhering to protocol requirements. This exciting position is perfect for someone interested in gaining direct patient experience in cancer clinical research and performing laboratory work in IV therapy. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance. Responsibilities. Schedules patient appointments. Reconciles PK schedule with sample collection kits; organizes kits. Tracks study deviations. Collects blood occasionally to support the nursing staff. Processes and ships patient specimens. Conducts EC - Gs and transmits results to clinical trial sponsors. Maintains up-to-date and accurate usage logs of samples processed and ECG collections. Organizes and inventories samples in ultralow temperature freezers. Assists with creating flow sheets according to instructions on study protocols and lab manuals. Attends qualification and site initiation visits from study sponsors. Helps train new team members. Participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits. Contributes to the problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and tasks. Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications. Education:Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications:---Preferred Qualifications. Education:Bachelor of Science in a related field. Experience:Minimum requirements include basic lab skills such as aliquoting and weighing specimens, and computer skills (Word and Excel). Preferred Competencies. Ability to interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others. Strong organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong data management skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite, including Outlook. Ability to understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials). Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm. Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly. Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.