Epi Research Assistant - Phlebotomy/Venipunctureq

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Community Epi-Res Adm

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0.5 and 0.89)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $17.63 - $24.91 per hour
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The Epi Research Assistant will perform venipuncture (phlebotomy) and collect blood samples for the U.S. POINTER study

General Summary:
The Research Assistant is responsible for collecting information from participants according to the established sleep and circadian protocols. Conduct interviews, epidemiological, social or behavioral assessments, and collect data and/or biological samples from research participants and families in studies. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
• Some college with prior data collection experience required.
• Entry level proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel spreadsheets and other databases.
• Detail oriented with high attention to accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Ability to develop rapport with a diverse pool of research participants.
• Ability to navigate sensitive topics and maintain confidentiality of participants.
• Ability to collaborate within multi-disciplinary team settings.
• May require 6-8 weeks training depending on study protocols.
• Availability to work evenings, overnight and weekends if called for under the study protocols.
• May require personal transportation to field location.


Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree. If degreed, no prior research experience required.
• Prior work with human subjects research study protocols.
• Fluent in spoken English.
• Must be able to read and write in English.

Responsibilities:
1. Recruit and screen study participants: posting ads, distributing flyers, calling participants, meeting with participants virtually or in person.
2. Administer tests and questionnaires according to research study protocols.
3. Maintain study records and editing for completeness and accuracy.
4. Write, update, and prepare lab instructions and study related materials.
5. Enter and analyze data: data entry of sleep logs and other forms, manipulating spreadsheets, making graphs, etc.
6. Run study participants: preparing equipment and experimental rooms, following checklists, running laboratory sessions, writing accurate chart notes, handling equipment emergencies, monitoring and engaging with research participants, etc.
7. Download study equipment with participants: downloading and interpreting data, writing accurate chart notes, instructing and correcting participants, communicating problems to study coordinator/PI.
8. Utilize approved informed consent and HIPAA procedures.
9. Maintain equipment and computers: caring for equipment, testing equipment, sending equipment for repairs, etc.
10. Maintain supply inventory.
11. Keep lab neat, clean and organized: cleaning up after laboratory sessions with participants, keeping common areas clean and organized, finding new ways to organize.
12. Manage other various smaller lab jobs to ensure the lab runs smoothly.
13. Attend regular team meetings.
14. Troubleshoot field issues when necessary, using discretion to resolve issues when unplanned events arise.
15. May help draft abstracts, manuscripts, or presentations to disseminate study findings.

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