University of Iowa hiring Clinical Trials Research Assistant - Cancer Center in Iowa City, Iowa, United States | LinkedIn (2025)

The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Iowa is seeking Clinical Trials Research Assistant to assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of health care provided to research protocol patients. This position will work closely with Clinical Research Coordinators in the collection of data and in close collaboration with multiple departments and offices, including the University Clinical Trials Office; process/store/ship protocol required labs, collect study ECGs, maintain medical documentation, binders and files; manage data entry and electronic data systems for clinical research protocols currently being conducted within the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center (HCCC) at The University of Iowa.

Duties To Include60% Laboratory Functions

• Processes laboratory specimens per study-specific instructions
• Properly stores and ships laboratory specimens per study-specific instructions
• Maintains the cleanliness, operability, and safety of common lab areas
• Maintains, inventories, and orders laboratory kits required per protocol
• Assists in the accurate retrieval of basic study data as it pertains to laboratory specimens
• Proactively communicates with research team and clinical teams regarding laboratory needs

30% Patient Care

• Assists in obtaining and delivering prescription medications from investigational pharmacy.
• Accompanies patients & provide transportation to other departments
• Performs ECGs per study protocol
• Submit histology requisitions as required per protocol
• Assist study coordinators with appropriate tasks as assigned
• Proactively communicates with research team and clinical teams regarding patient care needs for research patients

10% Study Team Support

• Act as liaison between Tissue Procurement Core and clinical study team to coordinate tissue collection and additional laboratory processing
• Attends protocol meetings and other UIHC and Study Sponsor meetings; participates on committees as appropriate

Capacity: 50-100% of Study Team’s data entryUI Health Care Core Values (WE CARE)WelcomingWe are welcoming to the community, partners, staff, and patients utilizing the collective strength of our people.ExcellenceExcellence for us is jundged by “Are we one of the top hospitals in the country in quality, safety, patient satisfaction, and employee satisfaction?”Collaboration We believe teamwork is the best way to work.Accountability We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.Respect We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person. Equity We believe that without the diversity of experience, background, through that we have, we cannot deliver excellent and innovative care.Supervision ReceivedSupervision of the data coordinator role is provided by the Research Assistant Team Lead

Supervision ExercisedFunctional direction and supervision may be provided over assigned support staff.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is Iowa’s only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center. The NCI designation recognized our cancer center, and its research scientist, physicians, and other health care professionals, for their roles in advancing cancer research that impacts on our ability to prevent, detect and treat our patients with cancer. Not just a floor, or a building, or even confined to a single college. Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center coordinates all cancer-related research, education, and patient care by faculty from 41 departments and six colleges, as well as UI Hospitals and Clinics and UI Children’s Hospital.

Percent of Time: 100%

Pay Grade: 3A

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Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6 to 12 months experience in a research or health care setting
• Experience with medical terminology
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in computer software applications
• Ability to manage complex information with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the conduct of clinical or laboratory research studies
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines and procedures
• Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (SOCRA or ACRP)
• Certification that allows for blood draw (Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Assistant, LPN)
• Experience conducting electrocardiograms (ECG)
• Experience working with Epic
• Experience working with OnCore Clinical Trials Management System
• Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures and regulations

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter(under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

References: Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

With additional questions, please reach out to Sarah Waldschmidt at sarah-waldschmidt@uiowa.edu

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clin Trials Rsrch Asst/Data Mg
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Sarah Waldschmidt
• Contact Email: sarah-waldschmidt@uiowa.edu