Intern

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

27d • $7 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cancer Risk Evaluation Program at The Basser Center for BRCA at the University Pennsylvania sees hundreds of patients each year who have genetic mutations and/or inherited cancer susceptibility syndromes. We enroll many of these patients in research. We are looking for a Work Study Student Data Assistant interested in providing support for our clinical research program, which pertains primarily to breast cancer genetics. The Work Study Student Data Assistant will be responsible for helping enter detailed patient health and family history data into Progeny (a data management software program), while also assisting with general clerical and administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, archiving, requesting medical records and patient follow ups. No previous experience is required. We offer a unique environment that straddles the line between clinical work and research. If you are considering a career in either, this position will provide you with excellent perspective and exposure to clinical research data management. This position does not include lab work.

Requirements

• A minimum commitment of a full academic year.
• Ability to commit to a regular work schedule, with a preferred minimum of 10-15 hours per week, though we can build your work schedule around your classes and other commitments.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills.
• A willingness to help with other repetitive administrative tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• helping enter detailed patient health and family history data into Progeny (a data management software program)
• assisting with general clerical and administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, archiving, requesting medical records and patient follow ups

Benefits

• Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees