Clinical Research Assistant - Au/Donovan

Title: Clinical Research Assistant
Job Class: Hourly/Non-Exempt; $25.32-29.33 DOE
PI: David H. Au, MD, MS; Lucas Donovan, MD

At the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS). You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.

SIBCR’s research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; age-related diseases; and, pulmonary diseases. We are seeking a Research Assistant for Drs. David Au and Lucas Donovan in the VA HSR Centers of Innovation (COINs)

Summary:

The Clinical Research Assistant will work as a key team member on pulmonary studies based at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System Center of Innovation, including trials sponsored by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) and/or the American Lung Association Airways Clinical Research Centers (ACRC) – see below for links to these studies. This position requires an individual who understands the principles of scientific investigation and clinical trials and is capable of in-depth understanding of the study protocol. The candidate must possess strong scientific, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with potential for hybrid in-person/telework after training period. Travel between the Seattle VA Medical Center and American Lake VA locations may be required. Salary will be based according to the applicant’s research experience and includes benefits.

Responsibilities may include:

Provide daily operational support.

Assist/provide support to recruitment, screening, enrollment, consent, and follow-up of clinical trial participants according to study protocols, including:

reviewing medical charts for eligibility, outcomes, and adverse events
conducting study visits
administering questionnaires
measuring vital signs including height, weight, and blood pressure
timely and accurate data entry
preparing participant mailings
tracking study activities
conducting and transcribing qualitative interviews
communication with study participants and medical professionals

Prepare/distribute meeting agendas and notes

Assist with:

Database and/or electronic data capture system maintenance
Stakeholder and DSMB meeting preparation
Report preparation
Manual of Operations maintenance

Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

BA/BS in scientific or health related field
Human subjects/clinical trial research
Outstanding organizational and communication skills
Keen attention to detail
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Research compliance regulations
Microsoft Office applications

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Electronic medical record systems
Electronic data capture systems, e.g. REDCap
Clinical health care
1-2 year health service research experience will be given preference

Learn more about: Center of Innovation: https://www.seattledenvercoin.research.va.gov/ PCORI: Pragmatic Trial to Enhance Quality Safety, and Patient experience in COPD (EQuiP COPD): https://www.pcori.org/research-results/2022/pragmatic-trial-enhance-quality-safety-and-patient-experience-copd-equip-copd

PCORI: Functional improvement in Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with a Telehealth LifeStyle and Exercise Intervention (FOCuSEd) | PCORI ACRC: https://www.lung.org/research/airways-clinical-research-centers/trials

How to apply: Please complete online application and upload a cover letter and resume.

No relocation expenses offered.

Conditions of Employment:

Currently, only US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card holders with proper work documents, and F1-type Visa holders are eligible to apply. All applicants must meet certain VA hiring requirements to be eligible for SIBCR positions including, but not limited to, the following:

Subject to a background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete a VA online onboarding process
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Must pass pre-employment physical examination
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Official transcript is required and will be requested during onboarding

SIBCR Benefits:

Offered to all employees working 20+ hours per week on a regular basis:

Medical, Dental, and 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 (accrual rates increase based on years of service and are enhanced after completing three years of employment with SIBCR).
12 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.