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Clinical Research Assistant - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, OH, United States


Job Title
Clinical Research Assistant - Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department
CCC | Biospecimen Services

Responsibilities

Provide daily operational support to Total Cancer Care (TCC) in the Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Serve as a liaison to administration for issues related to gathering patient informed consent for biospecimen research.

Obtain patient informed consents at James Cancer Hospital, University Hospital, and clinics.

Coordinate work activities with team members, and assist in designing new consenting methods and data processing systems to maintain patient confidentiality.

Collect, maintain, and analyze patient research data; prepare reports; maintain supplies; and coordinate quality control processes.

Manage documentation related to patients on clinical trials; assist with preparation of meeting materials.

Ensure actions are taken to eliminate causes of protocol violation; ensure compliance with federal and local quality guidelines, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Attend study meetings; provide weekly updates and progress reports on study activities, including recruitment and follow‑up activities.

Perform other administrative duties as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences, or a medical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

0 years of relevant experience required; 2‑4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information
The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

Position Details
Location: James Outpatient Care (1043)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Candidate Requirements
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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