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Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research Research Assistant - Zabetian in Seattle, Washington
Title: Research Study Assistant Job Class: Hourly/Non-Exempt $20-22/hour DOE PI: Dr. Cyrus Zabetian Reports To: Dora Yearout General Duties/Description: The Research Assistant will play an integral role in ongoing, multicenter research studies on Parkinson's disease based at the Seattle VA Medical Center. This individual will participate in subject screening and recruitment, collection of clinical information, procurement of biological specimens, medical records review, and data coding/entry. Under minimal supervision, this individual will: Screen subjects for eligibility criteria Obtain informed consent from study participants Collect clinical information from interviews with study participants Enter clinical information and test results into database Create and file subject charts Process biospecimen Schedule visits for study participants Coordinate projects with other research groups Maintain contact with physicians and community organizations for recruitment Requirement: Bachelor's degree in relevant academic areas. Desirable: Ability to work independently, strong interpersonal skills A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel software To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter Applicants who submit a cover letter highlighting experience and interest will receive preference If you have any questions about the application process, please email hr@sibcr.org Diversity enriches research and promotes the best healthcare. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals whose backgrounds or interests align with this commitment, as well as individuals from all backgrounds that are underrepresented in research, to apply. Currently, only US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card holders with proper work documents and F-type Visa holders may apply. SIBCR Benefits: SIBCR Pays 100% (less $100/month) for Employees and 75% of Dependent Premiums per month. Offered to all employees working 20+ hours per week on a regular basis: Medical and Prescription Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program 403(b) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options with Matching Contribution (up to 2.5%) plus Non-Match Contribution of 5% Sick Leave - accrues at 1 hour for 20 paid hours Vacation Leave - accrues at 1 hour for 20 paid hours 11 Paid Holidays + one personal holiday ORCA transportation pass at a nominal monthly fee Other mandated leave such as FMLA and WA PFML Voluntary Benefits include Flexible Spending Account, AFLAC, Voluntary Term Life No other types of compensation offered at this time Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or status as transgender, national origin, caste, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor protected by federal, state or local law.