Research Operations Assistant Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

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Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
College/Department Information
The Georgia Cancer Center is on a mission for providing industry-leading cancer research and care that benefits patients locally and globally. Our ultimate goal is to eradicate cancer and we are proudly making progress every day. When we say patient care is a priority, we mean it. We assemble custom teams of field experts to address each individual's unique needs.
The research and innovations developed at the Georgia Cancer Center ultimately influence the global network of cancer care. Our team fights for far more than just Georgians. The learnings achieved through the care of local patients has wide-reaching implications for creating tomorrow's standard of cancer care. Through facilitating first-in-the-nation trials and growing a depth of understanding only available through a multidisciplinary approach, the Georgia Cancer Center team is equipped to deliver treatment advancements that will be applied in facilities across the world. The team offers a proving ground that paves the way for patients in other areas to have access to new options.
Job Summary
The Research Operations Coordinator is responsible for mediating the operations of the GCC Biorepository, including maintaining adequate reagent and instrument inventory, supporting the administrative functions for BRAG-Onc and regulatory protocols in the biorepository and interface with the IRB and other regulatory entities to maintain regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT : Supervise dedicated and ancillary biorepository personnel in general biorepository functions. Orient and direct staff in acquiring, registering, de-identifying, storing, tracking and re-distributing biospecimens (blood, tumors or other tissues and their derivative products) to faculty investigators who conduct IRB-approved biomedical research. Work effectively with other members of the biorepository team and ancillary lab personnel. Liaise with staff in other laboratories and other research core facilities, research scientists and administrators to promote efficient, safe biorepository function that complies with all relevant regulatory procedures with special emphasis on environmental and laboratory safety. To coordinate specimen request applications to TTBRC and communication with PRMC.
DATABASE COLLECTION : Oversee the collection of clinical information and its entry into appropriate databases. Maintain patient confidentiality and act as honest broker for the Biorepository IRB. These duties include team-based support for implementation of new informatics resources and interface software applications.
IRBNET-STUDY COORDINATOR : As IRBNet-Study Coordinator, handle all IRB issues for studies 611107 Tissue, 611132 Bone Marrow for Tumor Bank, CDC Sickle Cell study and Covid19 study. Submit submissions to IRB (renewal of studies, adding or deleting new personnel) and maintain Regulatory binders.
BRAG-ONC PROCESS CONTROL : To interface with counterparts at BRAG-Onc sites and assist with process control at BRAG-Onc sites. These duties include assist external BRAG-Onc member sites with consent, procurement, and shipment of annotated samples to the central BRAG-Onc repository at AU.
SPECIMEN TRACKING : Track donor consents, making sure all specimens distributed have a corresponding consent. Working with CTO on getting consents for donors. Updating Clinical trial binders and Biorepository study binders. Scanning & filing all BRAG-Onc & MCG consents and pathology reports. Shipping originals to Augusta Data Storage. Invoice for specimen distribution, use of Aperio Versa slide scanner and Vectra3 slide scanning for researchers thru ILAB and regular invoicing.
OTHER DUTIES : Oversee the maintenance and handling of the GCC Biorepository golf cart, including interfacing with staff needing assistance with transportation needs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university along with experience in research.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B10
Salary Minimum: $52,500 - $58,146
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: 12/6/24 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
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Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
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https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job Opening ID: 279509
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