Department

BSD CCC - CCT Pod2

About the Department

The University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) is an integral component of the Biological Sciences Division (BSD). The BSD is the largest of four Divisions of the University and includes the Pritzker School of Medicine. UCCCC administers four established scientific programs, and the NCI-sponsored Cancer Center Support Grant funds ten Shared Resources. The Comprehensive Cancer Center comprises over 190 faculty members from twenty departments, with members currently being awarded over $47 million in total direct costs in peer-reviewed cancer research grants, and $28 million in non-peer-reviewed grants and contracts. The activities of the Center are broad and varied, including research, training and education, communications, fundraising, marketing, clinical trials management, and community outreach.

UCCCC has one of the largest cancer clinical trials programs in the country and in the Chicago area, with nearly 500 adult and pediatric therapeutic trials actively accruing patients. Many of these studies are investigator-initiated, including Phase I or I/II trials, demonstrating UCCCC's commitment to translating basic research findings to the clinic through proof-of-principle and early-phase studies. UCCCC opens over 250 new trials each year and accrues approximately 900 participants to therapeutic trials each year.

Job Summary

This position maintains clinical trial regulatory compliance programs, including the interpretation of systems to identify areas of risk and may coordinate internal audits. With a moderate level of direction, participates in compliance documentation, compliance training, and submission of documentation to required internal committees and groups.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits materials to the IRB and other applicable internal review committees, including new study applications, amendments, and continuing reviews.
• Creates and maintains the site of regulatory files for each assigned study.
• Communicates updates and changes, such as protocol amendments, to the clinical research team and sponsor/funding agencies.
• Participates in internal clinical research audit program as assigned.
• Provides multi-site regulatory coordination as assigned. Acts as the primary regulatory liaison for external sites participating in clinical research projects coordinated by the University of Chicago, including distribution of protocol documents and amendments; review of site consent forms; collection of site specific essential documents, including IRB approvals, Form FDA 1572, staff qualifications and signatures, etc.; and maintenance of up-to-date regulatory files for external participating sites.
• Prepares and collects all necessary documents to activate protocols, such as consent forms and Form FDA 1572, etc.
• Prepares protocol updates, coordinates weekly program meetings, and distributes relevant updates to participating sites as applicable.
• Coordinates department or clinic compliance with a moderate level of guidance.
• Plans and executes internal and external audits and activities to support regulatory agency inspections.
• Prepares, completes and submits all compliance documentation on a routine basis. Coordinates compliance committee meetings.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Two years of clinical research or directly related experience.
• ​Prior clinical trial regulatory experience.

Certifications:

• Completion of a certificate or degree program in clinical trial management /regulatory affairs or directly related field. 

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• ​Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat. 
• ​Familiarity with clinical trial management systems and/or databases. 

Preferred Competencies

• Solid understanding of regulations covering clinical trials/human subjects research. 
• ​Excellent written and interpersonal skills. Effectively present oral and written information. 
• ​Analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills. 

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

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Job Family

Legal & Regulatory Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$65,000.00 - $90,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

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