Job Title Research Assistant
Job Code Title Technical 5
Job Requisition Number 078454
Department 7581- TBI Taub Institute
Location Medical Center
Job Type Support Staff Full-Time Regular
Bargaining Unit 1199 / SSA Area
If temporary, indicate duration
Hours Per Week 35.00
Job Family Research Support (Laboratory and Non-Laboratory)
Salary Grade Technical 5-075
Salary Range $868.26 per Week
Advertised Summary Job Description
Minimum Qualifications for Grade
Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1.5 years of related experience or equivalent in education, training and experience.
Additional Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications
Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant Excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding English-speaking skills are required due to limited auditory capabilities of these elderly study participants. Must also possess strong organizational skills. Experience administering informed consent, and conducting phone surveys and health-related assessments desired. Driver's license required and research experience and/or health background strongly preferred. Must be willing to travel (both local and long distance) and work flexible hours. Phlebotomy experience and certification is desired but willingness to undergo phlebotomy training and certification (provided by the university) is required. The Research Assistant will report directly to the Project Coordinator.
Special Instructions
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Functions
Special Indications
This position works with: Contact with patients and/or research subjects
HIPAA Compliance training required Yes
Participation in Medical Surveillance required Yes
What type of posting? Is this a waiver request? Standard Posting
Requisition Open Date 06-10-2015
Requisition Close Date Open Until Filled
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