RESEARCH ASSISTANT-PART TIME

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Career growth opportunities through professional development

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care is looking for a research assistant to help the Principal Investigator with various research duties including preparing IRB protocols and maintaining study budgets. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree and 0-2 years of relevant research experience. Responsibilities include working with enrolled patients' Epic charts and collaborating in a team-oriented environment. Flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends, are expected.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years research experience.
• Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with MS Office suite or similar software.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of IRB protocols and consent forms.
• Access Epic charts to ensure compensation and budget maintenance.
• Maintain accurate and timely record keeping.

Skills

Working knowledge of genetics and molecular biology

Experience in a biological research laboratory

Ability to analyze research results

Proficiency with MS Office or similar software

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Job description

About Us

Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Short Description

Assists the Principal Investigator and other members of the research team with preparation of IRB protocols, consent forms, continuing reviews, amendments, and maintenance of study budget. Access enrolled patients’ Epic chart to add flags and encounters to assure their compensation and the maintenance of the study budget.

Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of general principles in genetics and molecular biology, as well as accurate and timely record keeping, careful organization, and demonstrated interest in working in a laboratory setting is needed to excel in this role
• Have prior experience in a biological research laboratory and experience working with rodents in a wet lab setting
• Ability to analyze research results using statistical software
• Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with MS Office suite or similar spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation software
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, and strong communication skills are required
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to administer study protocols, as necessary

Experience Required

0-2 years research experience.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 1-2 year of related experience in research or equivalent combination of education and experience required.