Research Sleep Technician - 135289

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical research is seeking a dedicated research sleep technician to support groundbreaking studies on sleep apnea and its complications. This role involves conducting overnight sleep studies, maintaining laboratory equipment, and analyzing data to contribute to innovative clinical trials. You will play a vital part in enhancing our understanding of sleep disorders while working in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for clinical research and a commitment to improving patient outcomes, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Theoretical knowledge of biology and clinical sciences.
• Experience with clinical trials participant recruitment.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Perform overnight sleep studies and educate subjects.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Score sleep studies for data analysis.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Clinical trials experience

Interpersonal communication

Data interpretation

Statistical software applications

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Velos

Access

Excel

MS Word

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 05/12/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 05/22/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Two major research foci are the pathogenesis of sleep apnea and the metabolic/cardiovascular complications of sleep disorders. The pathogenesis studies include anatomical ones using imaging, upper airway physiology, and control of breathing. These studies are ultimately designed to define the various contributors to apnea in different individuals. The ultimate goal is to define specific therapeutic targets for OSA patients of varying phenotypes.

Under the general supervision study physician and/or primary investigator (PI), and clinical research supervisor in the Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine Division, the research sleep technician will independently perform the overnight sleep technician efforts for a variety of research projects and clinical trials focusing primarily on sleep apnea. This will include running overnight sleep studies, educating subjects about the polysomnographic sleep study, recruitment, and running day visits.

Other responsibilities include: Calibrate and maintain the laboratory equipment, troubleshooting technical issues as they arise; score sleep studies in a timely manner for data analysis as well as participate in the design and modification of research protocols making appropriate recommendations to the supervisor and /or PI as needed; Compose and present sections of research reports and manuscripts; organize the study databases and data backups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Theoretical knowledge of biology, sleep, clinical sciences as typically attained by a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with clinical trials participant or study subject recruitment.

• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills (using grammatically correct written English and accurate typing) to interact with a diverse population. Excellent phone etiquette skills.

• Experience interpreting medical charts, experience in abstracting data from medical records.

• Knowledge of National Institute of Health (NIH), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Human Resource Protection Program (HRPP), IATA Shipping of Blood Specimens, and Bloodborne Pathogens.

• Experience providing in-service training to various research personnel on protocols, processes, and procedures.

• Experience maintaining files and keeping records.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to work in a changing, multiple-demand setting in order to prioritize a large volume of work and meet deadlines efficiently and accurately.

• Ability to work independently. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse groups, including professional and non-professional staff and clients.

• Experience using statistical software applications. Knowledge of database, word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Velos, Access, Excel and MS Word.

• Experience in medical assessment and patient interviewing to determine toxicities related to protocol management.

• Experience with laboratory procedures and values and experience in interpreting them to determine patient eligibility and potential toxicities.

• Experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment.

• Experience coordinating study startup activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with research bulk accounts.

• Experience with investigational drug authorization criteria.

• Experience in sleep technology and/or electrophysiology research.

• Knowledge of x-rays, scans, and other diagnostic procedures.

• Experience completing clinical trials case report forms via hard copy and online.

• Experience working with FDA policies regulating clinical trials

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

• Occasional evenings may be required.

• Overnights and Sunday nights required.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $66,753 - $107,407 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $31.97 - $51.44

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).