Research Assistant – Multiple Sclerosis
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Job posting number: #7136861 (Ref:ccf18060194)
Posted: March 28, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic earned the No. 1 hospital ranking in Ohio, the No. 4 hospital ranking in the country, and was ranked nationally in 13 specialties, according to the U.S. News & World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
The Multi Sclerosis/Mellen-Neurological Institute is looking to add a Research Technician II to their dedicated team of caregivers. Under the supervision and guidance of the Research Staff Investigator or Technologist, a Research Technician II performs the following functions:
- Performs laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies projects.
- Assists with establishing and scheduling various procedures and analyses.
- Conducts tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Assembles experimental results for review by various staff.
- Orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
- Has at least 2 years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment.
- Has experience in genotyping, lung research, asthma, pulmonary hypertension, and 4D medical imaging.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decisive judgement.
- Effectively works with minimal supervision.
- Can work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
As a Research Technician II, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. You’ll remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
The Multi Sclerosis/Mellen-Neurological Institute is looking to add a Research Technician II to their dedicated team of caregivers. Under the supervision and guidance of the Research Staff Investigator or Technologist, a Research Technician II performs the following functions:
- Performs laboratory techniques and procedures required for experimental studies projects.
- Assists with establishing and scheduling various procedures and analyses.
- Conducts tests and procedures utilizing various laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Assembles experimental results for review by various staff.
- Orders laboratory supplies and equipment.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
- Has at least 2 years of experience in a research or related laboratory environment.
- Has experience in genotyping, lung research, asthma, pulmonary hypertension, and 4D medical imaging.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decisive judgement.
- Effectively works with minimal supervision.
- Can work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
As a Research Technician II, you will work in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment that allows you to discover, learn and grow. You’ll remain professionally challenged as you shape the career of your dreams and find where you belong, here at Cleveland Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.
Responsibilities:
- Assists research team with research study related tasks.
- Assists with completion of protocol related activities.
- As delegated, may be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed. caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
- Assists with the development and coordination of the research subject schedule in compliance with the research protocol.
- Assists with the collection, recording and maintenance of research study records.
- Understands basic concepts of study design. Demonstrates comprehension of assigned research protocols. Develops and maintains knowledge of research protocol to coordinate the comprehensive and compliant execution of assigned protocols.
- May assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures. Maintains study personnel certification records (License, CV, CITI).
- Establishes and maintains filing systems. Orders and stocks supplies.
- Maintains professional relationships, including frequent and open effective communication with internal and external customers.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of medical terminology helpful.
- Bachelor’s Degree may offset experience requirements.
- Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of computer-based skills, especially in the use of work processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software, and the ability to undertake internet searches.
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be self-directed with demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Within 90 days of hire, must successfully complete certification in Human Subjects Research as required by the Responsible Conduct of Research guidelines adopted by Cleveland Clinic.
- Continually demonstrates competency with defined requirements for the position as established by Cleveland Clinic.
Languages:
- Language required
- Language preferred
Certifications:
- None Required.
Complexity of Work:
- Requires excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to take direction and appropriate action in a stressful environment.
Work Experience:
- Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Degree may offset experience requirement.
Preferred Qualification:
- Phlebotomy certified or willing to obtain phlebotomy certification
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
- In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Keywords: Research Assistant, Phlebotomy, Research Assistant Multiple Sclerosis
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