MED: Cancer Center
Involves the development of and ensure compliance with clinical study protocols that involve human subjects. Oversees and resolves operational aspects of clinical studies or trials in conjunction with project teams and in accordance with standard operating procedures and good clinical practice and regulations. #CA-SB
Apply By Date 10/1/2026 by 11:59pmMinimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position - Clinical Trial Professional Certification from a professional society (e.g., SOCRA/ACRP)
- BA/BS or equivalent years of relevant experience in an academic and/or research environment
- At least five (5) years of experience in clinical research.
- Extensive knowledge of FDA/GCP/NIH guidelines; IRB policies and procedures.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of oncology and disease processes as applied to clinical research.
- Excellent communication, organizational and human relation skills.
- Excellent decision-making and judgment skills.
- Administrative skills and ability to independently exercise judgment, initiative and resourcefulness in making decisions.
- Analytical skills to evaluate information, practices and procedures, formulate logical and objective conclusions and make recommendations for effective solutions.
- Demonstrate oral communication and interpersonal skills to effectively correspond with the public, healthcare executives, co-workers, physicians, patients, caregivers, clinic staff and other health care professionals.
- Display organizational skills and attention to detail so that large volumes of records can be accurately maintained, and workload priorities can be determined in an appropriate way to accomplish a task or goal.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Thorough knowledge of basic anatomy, medical terminology and ability to interpret physician's notes, medical records, laboratory and scan results.
- Display writing skills including ability to compose reports and correspondence while utilizing correct grammar, spelling and punctuation as well as clearly documenting research data onto forms.
- Possess mathematical abilities to perform calculations involving basic accounting, body surface area (BSA) calculation and drug dosage calculations.
- Ability to work independently, meeting the scope of the program with minimal supervision and with frequent changes in priorities and deadlines.
- Organizational skills in setting priorities, following through on assigned tasks and adhering to deadlines in a timely manner.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in a diverse workforce.
- Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and to act and interact on sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience at an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or community cancer center
- Extensive knowledge of various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, Industrial, and Investigator-authored.
- Skills with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore.
Key Responsibilities - 45% - Operational Leadership
- 40% - Supervision and Training
- 10% - Quality Assurance and Oversight
- 5% - Other
Department OverviewThe UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCDCCC) is a campus-wide multidisciplinary matrix organization with the goal of promoting and enhancing cancer-relevant research and patient care at UC Davis. The Office of Clinical Research (OCR) is UCDCCC's centralized office for clinical research operations. The OCR supports the entire lifecycle of cancer-related clinical research protocols. This includes support for development and implementation of clinical trials, quality control of clinical research operations, and training and education services.
Department Specific Job ScopeThe Clinical Research Supervisor (CRS) reports to the Assistant Director, Early Phase Clinical Trials Program of the Office of Clinical Research (OCR) for all clinical research matters fulfilling the mission of UCDCCC.
The Clinical Research Supervisor (CRS) oversees the day-to day management of a team of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) and Data Research Coordinators (DRCs) who coordinate a large portfolio of complex oncology clinical studies. The CRS is directly responsible for ensuring the team's adherence to protocols, appropriate management and distribution of the clinical research workload, ensuring compliance with industry and federal sponsor data entry requirements, and overseeing auditing and monitoring visits.
The CRS is responsible for administering and achieving operational goals and objectives for implementation within the OCR. The CRS is directly responsible for the management of staff to include work assignments, implementing a performance management program, training and development, and all other HR-related functions.
Serves as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitates transmission of verbal and written communication to national oncology groups, pharmaceutical companies and other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease-Team (DTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Cancer Institute, and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for leading on-going training and education of research staff, leading the conduct of their portfolio of trials, managing quality assurance and quality improvement goals and objectives through routine audit reviews of the team's portfolio.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $ 8,125 - $1 5,225
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: Grade 24
- UC Job Title: CLIN RSCH SUPV 2
- UC Job Code: 009547
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100 %
- Shift (Work Schedule): M onday -F riday, 8 :00am - 5 :00 pm
- Location: Administrative Support Bldg (HSP034)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
BenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees .
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life , short/long term disability , pet insurance , legal coverage , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave , Family & Medical Leave , Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
Physical Demands - Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Environmental Demands - Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Mental Demands - Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Work EnvironmentUC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Required to work occasional overtime as work demands.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position - This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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.
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