Research Assistant I: Biomedical Lab & Bioinformatics

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a Research Assistant I in Central San Diego County to support clinical trials, ensure data integrity, and assist with lab tasks at the Biorepository and Bioinformatics Core. The role involves subject interaction, document management, and administrative duties within a fast-paced research environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a research setting, a high school diploma, and strong computer skills. Bachelor's degree is preferred; bilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong motivator/communicator in a compact clinical team with aggressive timelines

Responsibilities

• Assist with multiple aspects of clinical trials ensuring data integrity
• Interact with potential study subjects and provide administrative support
• Maintain and update internal data entry systems
• May perform medical assistant skills or phlebotomy if certified
• Lab bench work including tissue dissection, cell culture, and molecular techniques
• Maintain lab organization and inventory, record-keeping of activities

Skills

MS Office

Data entry

Communication

Organized

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Scripps Health is seeking a Research Assistant I in Central San Diego County to support clinical trials, ensure data integrity, and assist with lab tasks at the Biorepository and Bioinformatics Core. The role involves subject interaction, document management, and administrative duties within a fast-paced research environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a research setting, a high school diploma, and strong computer skills. Bachelor's degree is preferred; bilingual ability is a plus.