Clinical Research Coordinator Role at UC San Diego Health USA
UC San Diego Health is hiring an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator for the Moores Cancer Center. This clinical research job offers hands-on experience in pancreatic cancer studies, patient care, and protocol management at a leading NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator
- Department: Cancer Center / Solid Tumor Therapeutics
- Pay Scale: $33.57 – $36.36 / Hour
- Work Location: Moores Cancer Center, San Diego, CA
- Appointment Type: Career, 100%
- Union: RX Contract
- Total Openings: 1
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hrs/day
- Filing Deadline: 01/30/2026
About UC San Diego Health:
Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the U.S. and the only one in San Diego County. Partnering with UC San Diego Health, multiple UCSD schools, SDSU, and La Jolla Institute of Immunology, MCC is a leader in advanced cancer research, patient care, and community outreach. Their mission is to reduce cancer burden through innovation, interdisciplinary care, and education. Explore more clinical research job offers.
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, clinical sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Key Responsibilities for Clinical Research Coordinator Role:
- Assist with initiation, implementation, and management of clinical studies
- Recruit and consent study participants
- Collect, enter, and maintain accurate research data
- Submit protocol applications and amendments to local IRB
- Acquire, process, and store biological samples
- Support molecular biology procedures as needed
- Maintain complete and organized research files
- Work collaboratively with the clinical and research teams
Skills Required for Clinical Research Coordinator Role:
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols, standards, and procedures
- Ability to interpret medical charts and abstract data
- Laboratory skills: blood sample preparation, centrifugation, pipetting, biosafety cabinet use
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, database management, and email communication
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently
- Knowledge of Human Subjects Protection requirements
Benefits of the Clinical Research Coordinator Role:
- Exposure to cutting-edge clinical cancer research
- Opportunity to work in a top-ranking NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Professional development and career growth in clinical research
- Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
- Competitive pay and full-time career appointment
- Access to UC San Diego Health resources and training
