Research Assistant II - Biomedical Research

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts projects and workflows under supervision for clinical research and trial investigations.
• Ability to work flexible hours for project completion, including occasional nights and weekends.
• Performs routine data analysis and verifies and corrects data entry.
• Maintains records and documentation regarding assigned research.
• Documents current or new procedures or protocols for sample selection, data collection, data processing, and/or statistical estimation.
• Safeguards sample integrity and quality in compliance with GCLP/CAP/CLIA (CLIP) requirements.
• Identifies and resolves issues with sample collection or analysis that may affect outcomes.
• Manages the inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents necessary for sample processing, biobanking, and assays.
• Processes and biobanks samples promptly according to established standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain integrity and quality for analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.
• Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures and clinical research lab procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Extensive work experience and technical skills with immunoassays (i.e., Mesocale Discovery, Luminex, ELISA, or equivalent) and nucleic acid extractions from biospecimens.
• Experience working in a clinical research environment is preferred.
• Ability to maintain high quality records and documentation.
• Ability to meet deadlines of projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively with study teams and cross-functional teams.
• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulations.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials over 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.16 - $29.00. Actual hourly will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)