Education and Policy Specialist

About City Of Hope,

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

The Clinical Research Educator and Policy Specialist is accountable for maintaining clinical research compliance in the CTO through robust, role specific onboarding, continuing education, competency assessments, and policy management and/or creation as they pertain to CTO supporting the mission, vision, and strategic direction of COH.

The incumbent will utilize his/her strong knowledge of clinical research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and associated federal and state regulations to create and deliver educational content as well as collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts to strengthen and enhance educational materials. The individual will be responsible for working with CTO leaders to maintain SOPs and WIs in an online platform as indicated as well as provide education on the changes to an existing SOP or implementation of a new SOP.

The incumbent must have:

• Strong knowledge of GCP guidelines; proven experience interpreting federal, state, local and sponsor policies and regulations; experience with interpreting complex oncology clinical trial protocols and federal, state, local guidelines; demonstrated mastery of the phases of clinical trials, and the regulatory, administrative, and operational functions necessary to support the clinical research study life cycle in a safe and compliant manner.
• Bachelor’s degree in health-related discipline or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical research setting; 2 years developing educational content, 2 years developing or coordinating suite policies and procedures.
• ACRP, SOCRA or other clinical research professional certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical researching setting; 2-3 years developing clinical research education programs, 2-3 years developing or coordinating suite of clinical research policies and procedures.
  
  

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.