Clinical Research Assistant: Lung Transplant Data & Biobank

University of Pennsylvania; United (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support a lung transplant database and biobanking. You will gather patient and donor data from Epic and UNOS, obtain consent, and interact with families.

The role involves processing samples, data entry, and coordinating study activities under supervision, with emphasis on teamwork and compliance with research protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is not specified; requires a high school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated organizational efficiency and ability to adapt to new processes.

Responsibilities

• Support building a lung transplant database and biobanking.
• Gather data from Epic and UNOS into the database and navigate Penn chart for data.
• Interact with patients and families, obtain informed consent, and administer research questionnaires.
• Process samples (blood, BAL, pathology tissue) and manage data in the database.
• Prepare regulatory documentation and coordinate study activities per protocol.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational efficiency

Adaptability

Education

High School Grad/GE Degree

Job description

University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant to support a lung transplant database and biobanking. You will gather patient and donor data from Epic and UNOS, obtain consent, and interact with families.

The role involves processing samples, data entry, and coordinating study activities under supervision, with emphasis on teamwork and compliance with research protocols.