Research Assistant

Department: UHC: Surgery - ACS Trauma Academy

Job Summary: The Research Assistant performs a variety of accurate laboratory and clinical data collection, measurement, entry and retrieval procedures in a research setting involving human and/or small animal subjects, completes forms relevant to research and related equipment. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Bachelor Degree required. Minimum two years of academic laboratory experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge: Medical terminology preferred. Working knowledge of statistical, database and graphic applications preferred. Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Essential Interpersonal Skills: Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Essential Mental Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Essential Sensory Abilities: Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications: Required to complete and maintain Loma Linda University Human Studies Education and satisfactory completion of required IACUC-Animal Care and Use Training Program and Radiation Safety Training (if applicable) within 30 days of hire and through Animal Care Facility; x44316 or

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