University of California – Irvine Hiring for Assistant Lab Specialist at Irvine, CA  Full Time

Job Opening ID: 53384

Reports To: Director of Clinical Research Operations

Working Title: Assistant Lab Specialist

Department: UCI Ctr for Clinical Research

Bargaining Unit: RX

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 009336

Job Location: UCI Med Center-Orange

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F

Employee Class: Career

The UCI Center for Clinical Research (CCR) is driven to improve health and wellness of people in Orange County and the world by providing life-saving clinical trials designed to strengthen and accelerate the pathway of discovery from the medical laboratory to the clinic.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Research Nurse Manager and the Director of Clinical Research Operations, the incumbent is responsible for assisting with clinical research laboratory operations and handling several types of biospecimens for processing, storage, and/or shipping for clinical trials in the UCI Center for Clinical Research (CCR). In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies. Individual must also maintain IATA certification, and continuing education units required by the California Department of Health, Laboratory Field Services. The CCR offices and clinics are located at the UCI Medical Center in Orange and the UCI campus in Irvine and the incumbent will be required to work at both locations depending on responsibilities and scheduling demands.

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$25.70 – $42.34 (Hourly Rate)

BA/BS or equivalent experience

IATA Certification

BA/BS or equivalent experience Experience with clinical research. Knowledge with various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, Industrial, and Investigator-authored. Experience with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience. Working knowledge of medical terminology and accurately read progress notes in patient charts. Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff. Ability to establish and maintain files and records. Access to transportation to off-site research locations. Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others. Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly. Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well organized reports, summaries, and correspondence. Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions. Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment. Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds. Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality with short time frames, under rigid deadlines, and /or in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands. Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments. Ability to think critically, compiles data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports. Ability to work both independently and as part of team. Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties. Ability to analyze problems, implement solutions and multitask. Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure. Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while implementing institutional change. High level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality. Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance. Strong attention to detail. Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Some after business hours and occasional weekends

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected].