Research Assistant - Clinic-Clinical Trials (1.0 FTE, Days)

Clinical Services

1.0 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift

At Stanford Children's Health, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

Supports clinical research programs by participating in the implementation of research protocols and assisting with laboratory management. Implementation of research protocols includes obtaining, processing, storing, and analyzing patient samples related to study protocols, and assisting in database management. Lab management includes ordering, purchasing, storing, inventorying, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Supports visiting scholars and students.

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

• Assists with coordination of patient participation in research protocols including written and verbal contracts.

• Collects and processes samples, experimental analysis using FACS, ELISA, Western Blots, Cell Culture and immunocytohistochemistry for clinical trials and independent research publications.

• Participates in the implementation of research protocols. These include but are not limited to: measurement of nasal transepithelial potential difference [NPDs]; cytospin and slide processing; sample storage, accountability, and shipping; long term patient follow-up; investigator initiated protocols; data entry and update.

• Purchases supplies and maintains inventory; oversees equipment maintenance and calibration; supply ordering; support, manage, or train visiting scholars, professors, post-docs, and students; maintain detailed experimental records; develop new protocols and revise as necessary.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university

Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.

• Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions.

• Ability to effectively prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.

• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus.

• Ability to perform standard clinical laboratory tests, procedures and analyses accurately and with skill.

• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.

• Knowledge of clinical protocols, procedures, and practices in specialty area.

• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

• Knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB), Biosafety and General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) applications; clinical operating procedures; recording and creating case report forms; compliance with study monitor visits; and overall execution of clinical trials.

• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.

• Knowledge of new technologies (in specific field) and maintain and stay abreast of updates and changes.

• Knowledge of proper safety precautions and procedures utilized in handling all types of laboratory specimens, reagents, chemicals and hazardous waste.

• Knowledge of quality assurance methods and procedures as applicable.

• Knowledge of research techniques.

• Knowledge of use and care of laboratory equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (1.0 FTE): $42,931.20 to $94,816.80

Equal Opportunity Employer