Sr Research Assistant, Hoxworth Blood Center, Clinical Research

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Job Overview

The Clinical Research Department at Hoxworth Blood Center is seeking a full-time Sr. Research Assistant to support clinical and translational research studies in transfusion medicine and cell therapies. The selected candidate will bring extensive experience in CLIA/FDA/CAP-regulated laboratories and will play a key role in executing SOP-driven studies, supporting regulatory compliance, and ensuring high-quality data generation.

This role requires a seasoned laboratory professional capable of independently performing complex laboratory procedures, supporting clinical study operations, and contributing to specialized workflows critical to Hoxworth's research mission.

Essential Functions

• Independently perform complex, protocol-driven laboratory procedures and accurately document results in compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements. 
• Conduct specialized laboratory techniques, including RBC radiolabeling and in vivo survival studies, and support validation and licensing studies. 
• Perform new test validations and generate validation reports to support clinical research and regulatory submissions. 
• Collect, analyze, and report laboratory data related to hematology and immunohematology studies. 
• Ensure adherence to CLIA, FDA, and CAP standards, including maintenance of QC/QA processes and audit readiness. 
• Troubleshoot technical and workflow issues using advanced laboratory knowledge and experience. 
• Train and mentor junior staff, ensuring consistency in laboratory practices and compliance with SOPs. 
• Support laboratory operations, including instrument maintenance, quality control, and inventory oversight. 
• Assist in development and refinement of laboratory procedures, workflows, and research standards. 
• Contribute to multiple ongoing studies, ensuring timely completion of study-related activities and deliverables.
• Provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• ASCP-certified Technologist in Molecular Biology and Hematology.
• Expertise in highly specialized techniques, including RBC radiolabeling and advanced transfusion medicine laboratory practices.
• Proven ability to work in high-complexity clinical environments (e.g., transfusion services, clinical trials, molecular diagnostics labs).
• Strong track record of regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and audit readiness.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Reaching overhead - Often
• Stooping - Seldom
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Crouching - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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