Research Assistant

Payroll Title: SRA 1 Department: MEDICINE/PCCSM Hiring Pay Scale: $30.12 - $30.83 / Hour Worksite: Campus Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 50% Union: RX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday Responsibilities Under direct supervision, will recruit UCSD patients for sample banking. Duties will include assisting with identifying and obtaining informed consent from patients seen in clinics or inpatients; explaining the nature of the study; coordinating with clinical laboratory for appropriate blood samples to be drawn (may draw blood samples, as necessary if certified); and transporting samples to lab per specifications and process for storage. Biobanking will include specimen packaging and shipping to outside investigators as necessary. In addition, will be responsible for screening medical records relevant to medical data per protocol; assisting in creation and maintenance of a database that correlates samples with clinical data; recording patient data into appropriate databases; and performing long term follow up of participating patients. Will request ongoing medical data as applicable and will maintain overall quality of clinical data. Must maintain strict confidentiality. Other duties assigned as needed. Minimum Qualifications Theoretical knowledge in biological or life sciences. Demonstrated experience working in a biomedical research lab. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory guidelines/requirements regarding biosafety and universal precautions in order to comply with state and university guidelines. Demonstrated experience working with clinical research protocols. Demonstrated ability and willingness to handle blood for processing and shipping. Demonstrated experience obtaining patient/participant consent to participate in research studies, with the ability to answer questions relating to study and convey pertinent information. Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and work at multiple locations. Extensive knowledge in database development and data entry procedures. Ability to develop methods to test for data validity as well as maintain high standards for accuracy. Ability to interact with a large variety of physicians, health care professionals, patients and families in a professional and pleasant manner. Demonstrated ability and knowledge of using computer software applications, including word processing and database applications. Ability to attend to detail, as required in file and record keeping duties. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Phlebotomy certification. Special Conditions Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekend days as required. Must be willing to work with hazardous materials. Compensation Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $62,891 - $75,022 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $30.12 - $35.93. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Affirmative Action Statement The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Additional Policies UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Please refer to the respective university policy documents for further details. #J-18808-Ljbffr