Job Description - CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE NCORP (00139692)
Job Description
CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE NCORP
Requisition ID
: 00139692
Job Posting
: Oct 16, 2026, 4:45:47 AM
Closing Date
: Oct 30, 2026, 10:29:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:00 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:00 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit: None Posting Salary: $57273 - $81007
Organization
: Health and Hospital Systems
CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE NCORP
LOCATION: STROGER
SHIFT: 8AM-4PM
The grant will expire on July 31, 2027 with the potential to be renewed.
Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Associate, NCORP provides support to patient research activities under supervision and direction of NCORP leadership.
Typical Duties
- Identifies eligible study patients by checking all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with the patient''s medical records and approval from referring provider and principal investigator
- Reviews each research study in detail to fully understand study background, requirements, patient eligibility, etc.
- Monitor adherence to protocols by all participating partners including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, and patients.
- Identifies any problems with protocol compliance and notifies principal investigator and/or primary provider.
- Resolves problems with protocol with minimum Principal Investigator involvement
- Completes and submits clinical research forms (CRFs) to all necessary NCI research groups via RAVE, RedCap or other required data management system.
- Manage patient research activity in the electronic medical record and WebCollab, a project management tool used by the research team.
- Ensures that all study activity is in accordance with the guidelines, instructions and specifications outlined in the research protocol and that contractual obligation, goals and standards are met and maintained.
- Attends weekly tumor planning conferences.
- Attends working group meetings to discuss regulatory and patient updates and/or issues
- Attends annual cooperative group conferences (ECOGAIRG/WF/Alliance) for protocol update and further training as discussed and agreed upon with your supervisor.
- Assists with coordinating clinical activities, including scheduling and rescheduling patient research appointments (i.e.: new and follow-up appointments with medical oncology, imaging, and lab appointments).
- Follows up with patients who missed their clinic appointment and give them a new return date.
- Follows up regarding tests ordered to be sure they are scheduled appropriately.
- Works with others to ensure that personnel and protocols will operate within the defined research environment, with good level of cooperation with existing staff and programs.
- Follows procedures to protect and maintain the rights and confidentiality of all human study participants.
- Performs other duties assigned by NCORP leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)
- One (1) year of experience working with clinical trial patients required
- Experience and knowledge of the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research
Program (NCORP) required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Access) required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Knowledge and understanding of the Federal regulations and guidelines governing the
protection of human subjects (e.g., FDA, OHRP, GCP/ICH guidelines, and HIPAA regulations)
- Knowledge of the current requirements of regulatory agencies
- Knowledge of clinical trials
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to
communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and
age groups
- Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict
management/resolution skills
- Ability to anticipate and plan for complex study needs, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and
organize work
- Ability to meet deadlines and help coordinate multiple aspects of the ongoing project
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
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- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
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- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
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If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
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