Start Up Facilitator

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

At the UCI Center for Clinical Research (CCR), we operate as a centralized hub for clinical research, driven by the mission to enhance the health and wellness of individuals in Orange County and beyond. Through our carefully curated clinical trials, we strive to expedite the journey of medical discoveries from the laboratory to real-world applications, ultimately benefiting you and our community.

Partnered with a leading academic medical center, we offer top-tier care and access to leading-edge trials from across the nation. At CCR, we're not just a research unit; we're dedicated allies, serving patients, researchers and sponsors with unwavering commitment and excellence. Join us in pushing the boundaries of clinical research to enhance patient outcomes. Please visit our website at: https://clinicalresearch.ucihealth.org/uci-center-for-clinical-research.

This position provides effective project management support for clinical research activation, utilizing standardized methods and tools to ensure timely execution of studies. The role involves communicating and coordinating with faculty, staff, external sponsors, contract research organizations, and vendors to manage study tasks and deliverables. The successful candidate will master the execution of routine tasks associated with the study activation process, including email communication and proficiency in internal and external systems. Key responsibilities include maintaining and updating study activation-specific reports, evaluating and processing initial and amended study documents, overseeing portfolios of new and amended clinical studies, and implementing repeatable project management processes from proposal to completion. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, dependable, proficient in Excel databases and virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom), able to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team, and familiar with project management lifecycle, waterfall and agile methodologies. This position supports UCI's commitment to academic achievement, premier research, and innovation, contributing to the university's mission of excellence in clinical research activation.

Required:

• Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze, research and synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes.
• Working knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• One to two years in clinical research operations with a focus on study start up activities.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of OnCore Clinical Trials Management System and Kuali Research.

Total Compensation

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.

Conditions of Employment:

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:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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 eec@uci.edu.