University of Southern California

Project Specialist - Administrative

Posted 2 Months Ago

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Los Angeles, CA, USA

In-Office

30-39 Hourly

Junior

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The Role

The Project Specialist will assist with regulatory education modules, manage consultations, conduct research, and prepare documents for clinical trials.

Summary Generated by Built In

The Southern California Clinical and Translational Science Institute (SC CTSI) translates science into solutions through service provision and innovation in three areas: translational science, education, and resources. Under the direction of the Regulatory Science Research and Co-Curricular Program Administrator, the Project Specialist - Administrative will provide assistance with creating regulatory educational modules and procedural documents; organizing on-site educational sessions; conducting clinical trial monitoring and auditing; and preparing regulatory documents and submissions to support the Regulatory Consulting Center. The individual will work closely with faculty and staff in Regulatory Science as well as with team members in the SC CTSI, as well as other units.

Key Responsibilities:

Development of on-site educational programs and self-study modules
Manage regulatory consultations requested through SC CTSI
Administering undergraduate and graduate research program
Exploring/securing funding sources for research projects & student fellowship
Conducting regulatory research to identify/address challenges in clinical trials
Engaging key stakeholders within and external to SC CTSI to facilitate communication and collaboration
Develop manuscripts, abstracts, and posters for publication

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong proficiency in regulatory aspects of clinical trial conduct
Organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with computer applications and digital tools
Ability to perform tasks requiring visual attention and accuracy

Education, Training & Experience

Must have strong proficiency in regulatory or health science
Proven track record of publishing in peer-review journals
Willing to travel to attend meetings & academic/professional conferences as needed
Bachelor's education, preferably in life sciences required
Master's in regulator or clinical sciences or experience in clinical affairs preferred

The hourly rate range for this position is $30.14 - $38.79. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree
Addtional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Minimum Skills: Directly related project or administrative experience.
Preferred Education: Master's degree
Preferred Experience: 3 years

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.