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Job type part-time
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Department overview: as an extension of our pursuit of excellence in urologic patient care, the department of urology is committed to continuing research to develop new treatments for urologic conditions and improve the patient experienceAs members of an educational institution, our faculty members are enabled to generate research projects based off of their clinical experiences, and develop their interests in respective subspecialtiesOur doctors have contributed towards many innovative discoveries in the fields of male infertility, renal transplantation, urolithiasis, urologic oncology, and robotic and minimally invasive surgery, and several have been awarded grants to further their workFunction/duties of position: this position will support the research goals of the department of urology at ohsuWe are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented research assistant to aid in the collection, transport, and storage of biological samples and dataThis position will support projects directed by urologic oncology providers in the department.
Primary duties include obtaining medical records, subject screening using electronic medical records systems, obtaining research consent from human subjects, facilitating the collection of human samples in the outpatient setting and operating room, basic sample processing, contacting patients for research data collection, patient data entry, abstracting patient data from medical records, assisting in the maintenance of regulatory documents, and communicating with associates in other departments.
The research assistant 2 will operate under supervision of the urology research administratorThis is a part-time, 0.25fte positionWork schedule will be within standard business hours with some flexibility and is primarily located in ohsu’s center for health and healing with an opportunity to work remotelyThis position will handle human specimensRequired qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with major courses in field of research/no experience, or associate`s degree and 3 years of relevant experience
Basic clinical research knowledge
Knowledge of medical terminology
Proficient with ms office suite
Excellent communication skills and be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Excellent attention to detail and organization and time management skills; self-starter
Ability to become phlebotomy certified within first 6 months
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or other science
Minimum 1 year research experience
Previous experience working in clinical environment
Working knowledge of clinical research data management activities
Database maintenance experience, fluency with electronic medical record program
Additional details: apply here onlinePlease be sure to upload a cover letter and resume or cvAll are welcome: oregon health & science university values a diverse and culturally competent workforceWe are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran statusIndividuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to applyTo request reasonable accommodation contact the affirmative action and equal opportunity department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
