RESEARCH ASSISTANT I- Clinical

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines, a division of Scripps Research, is a nonprofit translational research institute focused on creating new medicines. It combines world-class biomedical research with drug discovery and development capabilities. Scripps Research is recognized globally for its impact on innovation and its educational programs. Calibr-Skaggs aims to advance nonprofit biomedical research to benefit patients and reinvest in further innovation. Their drug development portfolio covers a wide range of diseases including cancer, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, infectious and neglected diseases, and age-related and degenerative diseases. This role offers an opportunity to join a transformative team dedicated to making a difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, public health, or related field), or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of laboratory or clinical research experience; recent graduates with strong academic research experience or laboratory internships will be considered.
• Candidates possessing a Master’s degree, 0-2 years experience required.
• Foundational competency in basic cell culture techniques, including aseptic technique, media preparation, and routine passaging. Hands-on coursework, undergraduate research, or internship experience is acceptable.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment (pipettes, centrifuges, microscopes, biosafety cabinets) and willingness to learn additional techniques as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow protocols accurately.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities across lab and clinical environments.
• Comfort with electronic data systems and basic data entry; experience with EDC platforms (Medidata, OpenClinica, REDCap, etc.) preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with clinical study participants, clinicians, and research staff.
• Willingness to undergo GCP, HIPAA, and human subjects research training as required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a clinical research setting, particularly with sample collection, processing, or data entry.
• Coursework or experience in IBD, GI, regenerative medicine, or related therapeutic areas.
• Familiarity with REDCap or comparable EDC platforms.
• Phlebotomy certification or equivalent specimen-handling training.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cell culture under supervision, including media preparation, passaging, freezing/thawing, and basic viability assessment.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, sterility, and organization, including biosafety cabinet upkeep, autoclave operation, glassware washing, and waste management per institutional safety protocols.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and stock solutions following established protocols.
• Assist senior research staff with experimental setup, sample preparation, and basic data collection.
• Support inventory management, including reagent ordering, stocking, and tracking of consumables and biological materials.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and electronic records in accordance with institutional and regulatory documentation standards.
• Assist the clinical research team with execution of clinical studies, including subject visit preparation, sample handling, and processing per study-specific protocols.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry into electronic data capture (EDC) systems and case report forms (CRFs).
• Support source document management, regulatory binder maintenance, and chain-of-custody tracking for clinical samples.
• Assist with screening logs, enrollment tracking, and participant scheduling as needed.
• Maintain compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and institutional review board (IRB) requirements under supervision.
• Receive instruction and feedback on work assignments; ask appropriate questions and seek guidance when uncertain.
• Build technical proficiency over time and contribute increasingly to project planning and execution.

Benefits

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level