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University of Pittsburgh Research Assistant in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Research Assistant
The School of Pharmacy (Pitt Pharmacy) is a leader and innovator in research, education, and practice, is one of 16 schools/colleges located on the Oakland campus, which includes the six schools of the health sciences. The incumbent will actively contribute to active clinical trials and research focused on accelerating the implementation of precision medicine into healthcare. The Pittsburgh Pharmacogenomics (PittPGx) program and PGx Center of Excellence is an NIH-funded team that conducts translational research aimed at understanding variation in drug response to individualize prescribing to achieve optimal medication outcomes for all.
Job Summary
Conducts research assessments and procedures independently. Oversees operations when leadership is unavailable. Recruits and screens participants, reviews records and surveys, and maintains databases. Performs routine data analysis and prepares reports, data visualizations, and models.
Essential Functions
Conducts research assessments/procedures independently, including obtaining vital signs and brief medical histories, processing specimens using centrifuge, performing phlebotomy, preparing samples for shipment, and assisting with other clinical procedures as directed. Oversees operations when leadership is unavailable; assigns work tasks and provides support. Recruits, screens, and enrolls research participants. Follows up with study participants to schedule appointments and maintain study retention. Reviews participants' medical records, collects and codes surveys, and verifies active status for participants. Attends relevant meetings and prepares reports, data visualizations, and basic models identifying progress and trends. Maintains and updates databases for registry assessments and clinical trial forms. Orders supplies, maintains inventory, and organizes laboratory. Performs data analysis involving routine procedures. Assists in preparing standard operating procedures and manuals.
Physical Effort
Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Assistant II Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Clinical Research Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Associate's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI241561214