Position Information
| Date Posted | 02/10/2016 |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Clinical Research Assistant |
| Job Classification | Administrator II |
| Department Name | 35209-Med-Pediatrics |
| Job Type | Staff |
| Position Number | 0133275 |
| Hiring Range | $26,520.00 - $42,432.00 |
| Position Description | This incumbent will be responsible for providing support of the research projects in the division of Gastroenterology. The successful candidate will assist Principal Investigator (PI), other investigators, and research staff in identifying potential research subjects, reviewing medical records, collecting, and processing any protocol required specimens according to the methods defined in the research protocols and established standards and practices. He or she is responsible for collecting research data; processing and organizing research samples for storage and shipping; labeling and recording specimens; operating simple lab equipment, such as a centrifuge; delivering specimens to other departments and other duties directed by the PI or division Clinical Research Manager. High school degree required; college degree preferred. Careful attention to detail, excellent organizational and computer skills required. Incumbent must be a team player at all levels. IRBresearch education. There is a rare chance requiring travel to a CHP satellite clinic. This position is located at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC in Lawrenceville. TB test and PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required as a condition of employment. |
| Education Required | High School Diploma or GED |
| Minimum Related Experience Level Required | 1-2 years experience |
| Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position | High school degree required; college degree preferred. Careful attention to detail, excellent organizational and computer skills required. Incumbent must be a team player at all levels. Previous experience with database and statistical software experience, preferred. |
| Required Licenses/Certifications | |
| Child Protection Clearances | The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. |
| Assignment Category | Regular, Full-Time |
| Percent Effort | 100 |
| Scheduled Work Hours | Work Schedule to Vary |
| If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify | The position will require flexibility determined by the manager. Evenings are a possibility. Typically the shift will be normal business hours Mon-Fri. |
| If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours | |
| Campus | Pittsburgh |
| University Benefits | The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including: • Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match • Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance • Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit) • Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time For more information regarding the University’s benefits package, please visitwww.hr.pitt.edu/benefits APPLY |
