Study Assistant Career Opportunity - Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Organization: Fred

Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Duty Station: Kampala,

Uganda

Fred Hutchinson

Cancer Research Center (FHCRC), home of three Nobel laureates, is an

independent, non-profit research institution dedicated to the development and

advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially

fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in

bone-marrow transplantation, the Center’s five scientific divisions collaborate

to form a unique environment for conducting basic and applied science.

The Uganda

Cancer Institute (UCI)/Hutchinson Center Cancer Alliance is a collaborative

venture to establish a state-of-the-art cancer treatment facility located in

Kampala, Uganda. The aim of this joint effort between the Program in Global

Oncology (PiGO) at the Hutchinson Center, and the Uganda Cancer Institute, is

the development of new low-cost prevention and treatment strategies for

ameliorating the high burden of infection-related cancers. Clinicians and

scientists work together to enhance patient access to care, diagnosis, and

research-based treatment. The UCI/Hutchinson Center Cancer Alliance seeks to

develop effective prevention and treatment strategies for infection-associated

cancers to benefit the millions of people in Uganda, the United States, and

worldwide who suffer from these malignancies. The Program in Global Oncology is

additionally planning expansion into several countries worldwide, with the goal

of conducting high-quality research and capacity-building on an international

scale.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

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Adhere to study protocol, Standard Operating

Procedures, and Study Specific Procedures at all times.

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Support in the recruitment of participants by

guiding participants to the research clinic when necessary

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The incumbent will support study coordination

activities by helping to track participant visit schedules and calling

participants for visit reminders

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Responsible for preparing study documents including

participant binders as necessary; arranging for photocopies as necessary.

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The job holder will lend a hand to the study

coordinator in data control activities including data quality control of Informed

Consent Form and Case Report Forms if applicable and requested

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Support study document organization including filing

of results and requisition forms in respective binders

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Safely transport study samples in a timely manner to

respective laboratories

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Assist with specimen management and ensure clear

labeling and documentation of specimens

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Assess requirements of consumables on a quarterly

basis and initiate procurement process when needed to replenish.

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Assist with obtaining lab results from designated

laboratories

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Support study coordinator with transport

reimbursement duties when necessary (ie: prepare receipts, help reconcile

funds).

·        
Assist in maintaining proper inventory stock and

records for stationary, office supplies, and study supplies to facilitate efficient

stock control and smooth study operations.

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Perform any other duties assigned by the Study

Coordinator.

Qualifications, Skills and

Experience: 

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The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Bachelor’s

Degree in humanities or equivalent.

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Significant experience working in research setting

involving human subjects.

·        
Keen interest in clinical research.

All suitably

qualified and interested candidates should apply online by clicking on the web

link below.