Clinical Trials Aide

Description/Job Summary

The Clinical Trials Aide is an entry-level position that supports a team of coordinators and technical staff in carrying out renal pathology services for Clinical Trials. This position reports directly to the Director of Clinical Trials Operations and assists in maintaining sample chain-of-custody, accessioning and processing, slide scanning, and other duties as assigned by the department head. This position plays an integral role in the daily operations of the Clinical Trials Department and interacts with all other departments at Arkana. This position is expected to provide an entry to a career in the fields of histopathology and/or client services and the selected candidate is expected to grow into future positions that require specialized technical expertise, client services experience, and/or leadership. The selected candidate will be expected to attain Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) certification.Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Work with the Clinical Trials Director to support the Department in daily operations
• Receive and accession Clinical Trials' samples using specialized software
• Conduct archiving duties including scanning documents
• Participate in the management of a de-identified Clinical Trials digital archive
• Assist in the creation of forms (e.g. trial-specific scoring forms and related documentation)
• Follow trial-specific instructions to assist with the upload of time-sensitive materials
• Serve as a coordinator to ensure delivery of samples departments within Arkana's main location and it's local offsite locations (mileage pay included)
• Deliver slides to specific departments or pathologists
• Assist Clinical Trials Coordinators with all duties related to daily Clinical Trials operations
• Assist the Scanning/Image Technicians with scanning and image management
• Develop technical expertise in slide imaging and serve as back up Scanning/Image Technician
• Assist with the return materials to Clinical Trials sponsors
• Provide administrative support as needed in order to maintain daily operations within the Clinical Trials Department

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: No experience is required. Candidates with work experience and up to three (3) positive references will receive preference.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to gain proficiency in specialized inventory management software. Ability to read, write, and speak English is required. Ability to develop proficiency in medical terminology is required.

Benefits:

1. 401(k) with immediate eligibility and match
2. Generous PTO
3. Health insurance options for you and your family
4. Monthly in office massages and employer sponsored lunches
5. Company-paid Life insurance
6. Company-paid LTD Coverage
7. Affordable Vision and Dental plans
8. Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability
9. Wellness plan