Sr. Clinical Research Finance Analyst - HYBRID
Req ID: 90261
Location: Orange, California
Division: School of Medicine
Department: Cancer Center
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range Minimum: USD $69,500.00/Yr.
Salary Range Maximum: USD $12,350.00/Yr.
Who We Are
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.
The NCI-designated Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (CFCCC) is a campus-wide multidisciplinary matrix organization whose goal is to promote and enhance cancer-relevant research and patient care at UC Irvine.
The Sue and Ralph Stern Center for Cancer Clinical Trials and Research (Stern Center) within the CFCCC provides centralized services for protocol review, regulatory work, study management, coordination with internal and external partners on financial terms and arrangements, and oversees accounts receivable, financial projections and reporting on clinical studies.
Your Role on the Team
The incumbent is responsible for interfacing directly in a professional manner with CFCCC business partners in the pharmaceutical, medical device and clinical research organization (CRO) industries to administer the accounts receivable for a large clinical trial portfolio under the management of the CFCCC Stern Center for Cancer Clinical Trials and Research.
The CFCCC Stern Center manages approximately 300+ active, or in-development, clinical trials. With this large and dynamic clinical trial portfolio, the CFCCC consistently maintains accounts receivable totaling >$8M for work performed and costs incurred.
Responsible for clinical research financial administration. The principal role is to manage the full life-cycle of clinical trial contracts and finance in the pre- and post-award setting. Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced financial service professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures. Resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
This individual must think critically, analyze highly complex documents such as medical records, clinical trial agreements (CTAs) and clinical trial protocols in order to resolve and respond to inquiries and requests for additional information. Must accurately maintain clinical trial financial statements and invoice logs; and provide financial data and reports on a routine and ad hoc basis.
What It Takes to be Successful
Required:
- Thorough knowledge of financial processes, policies and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of financial data management and reporting systems.
- Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software.
- Strong interpersonal skills, analytical skills, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, attention to detail, ability to multi-task in a high volume environment, organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment and decision making; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
- Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources.
- Leadership skills to provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to professional and support staff.
- Demonstrated understanding of the content and structure of a clinical protocol.
- Demonstrated understanding of the protocol review and implementation process.
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate the prompt close out of contracts by verifying the fulfillment of contract obligations and the submission of contract deliverables. As necessary, work with other central administrative units and extramural sponsors to resolve any outstanding contractual issues prior to close out.
- 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience with clinical trial agreements and clinical research billing principles.
Preferred:
- Experience working in a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS), preferably Oncore.
- Experience managing finances for oncology-specific trials.
Special Conditions:
- Must pass a background check.
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan.
- Legal Right to work in the United States.
- Vaccination Policies.
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy.
- Drug Free Environment.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements:
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
- E-Verify.
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation.
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - .
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or .
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.
#J-18808-Ljbffr