Clinical Research Specialist - Assistant Level

Company: University of California - Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: January 16, 2020

Job Description:

CLINICAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST - ASSISTANT LEVEL APPLY NOW TO CLINICAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST - ASSISTANT LEVEL

Job #JPF05893

* School of Medicine - Dermatology

RECRUITMENT PERIOD

Open December 16th, 2019 through Tuesday, Jun 30, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

DESCRIPTION

Clinical Research Specialist - ( Assistant Level) Department of Dermatology, UC Irvine
Description
The University of California, Irvine, Department of Dermatology, is currently seeking applicants who hold an MD for a volunteer Clinical Research Specialist at the Assistant level. This opportunity is a 1-year position under the direction of Natasha Mesinkovska, M.D., Ph.D., Director of the Dermatology Clinical Research Center (DCRC). Dr. Mesinkovska is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist.

The Clinical Research Specialist will gain experience in the operation of industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trial protocols (including but not limited to IRB submission processes, patient recruitment, patient enrollment, preparation for study visits, evaluation of patients, collection and processing of laboratory samples, maintenance of regulatory documents and IRB records, data management and entry into computerized databases, and maintenance of registry databases). The Clinical Research Specialist will also have the opportunity to pursue scholarly activities such as publishing first-author manuscripts as appropriate, mentoring undergraduate and medical students, and participating in departmental Grand Rounds and conferences.

The Clinical Research Specialist will have the opportunity to observe physicians in the outpatient dermatology clinics once approved by Medical Staff Office to gain exposure to dermatologic conditions and treatments, provided that requirements for observership are submitted and clearance is obtained. This position is intended to provide a foundation for individuals to advance their academic careers in the field of dermatology.

This is an unpaid, volunteer position. The Clinical Research Specialist is a 1-year commitment to the department. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with strong organizational, writing and clinical skills, as well as a genuine interest in pursuing clinical research in dermatology.

Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates are required to have completed an MD degree. This position does not require eligibility for a medical license in the state of California.

Application Procedure:

Each application must contain a curriculum vitae and statement of research. Interested candidates should apply through UC Irvine s RECRUIT system located at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF05893

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.

JOB LOCATION

Irvine, Ca

LEARN MORE

More information about this recruitment: http://dermatology.uci.edu/

REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

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Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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Cover Letter (Optional)
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Statement of Research - A brief description of previous research experience
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Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.
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Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
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* Statement of Interest One-page narrative describing your interest in this clinical research position

Reference requirements

* 3-5 letters of reference required

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