Lung Transplant Research Assistant (Data & Biobank)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Clinical Research Assistant to support building a lung transplant database and biobanking. Under the direction of the research team, the candidate will collect patient and donor data, navigate the Penn chart, obtain informed consent, and interact with patients and families, including administering questionnaires.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data management, and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Grad/GE Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect patients' and donors' data and consent participants into the study for the database and biobank
• Clinical data extraction, entry, and cleaning
• Coordinate study activities according to protocol while adhering to all University guidelines and good clinical practices. Collect samples/phlebotomy.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation, including IRB initial submissions, modifications, and continuing reviews. Address questions/concerns raised by the IRB
• Order lab supplies, ship samples, and maintain open communication with study collaborators
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education

High School Grad/GE Degree

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Clinical Research Assistant to support building a lung transplant database and biobanking. Under the direction of the research team, the candidate will collect patient and donor data, navigate the Penn chart, obtain informed consent, and interact with patients and families, including administering questionnaires.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data management, and adherence to regulatory requirements.