Job Description
The Research Assistant is an entry level clinical research position that works under the direction of the principal investigator or supervisor. In this role, the RA performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research as directed.
Qualifications: Required Skills/Knowledge MS Computer Skills
Previous coursework in science and mathematics
Functional Accountabilities Responsible Conduct of Research - Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
- Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.
- Uses research funds and resources appropriately.
- Maintains confidentiality of data as required.
- Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.
Clinical and Laboratory Work - Performs routine tests under the direction of principal investigator or supervisor.
- Records and checks results for completeness and accuracy.
- Performs tasks that may require familiarity with fundamental techniques and equipment.
- Adheres to all applicable policies and procedures.
- Attends courses, seminars and lab meetings as assigned to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques.
Record Maintenance - Maintains a log of work performed; compiles and helps analyze data.
- Prepares charts, graphs and results of studies.
- Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc.
- Maintains and updates department policies regarding procedures, objectives, safety, etc.
- Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
- Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
- Partner with all team members to achieve goals
- Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
- Contribute to a positive work environment
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
- Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
- Use resources efficiently
- Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
- Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
- Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
- Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
- Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
- Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
- Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance
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