Research Assistant-Part Time

Cooper University Hospital•Camden, NJ

1d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

At Cooper University Health Care, the commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with its team. Professionals continuously discover clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cooper is committed to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. For full and part-time employees, Cooper offers a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. The organization also provides attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. This role assists the Principal Investigator and other members of the research team with the preparation of IRB protocols, consent forms, continuing reviews, amendments, and the maintenance of the study budget. It also involves accessing enrolled patients’ Epic charts to add flags and encounters to assure their compensation and the maintenance of the study budget.

Requirements

Working knowledge of general principles in genetics and molecular biology
Accurate and timely record keeping
Careful organization
Demonstrated interest in working in a laboratory setting
Prior experience in a biological research laboratory
Experience working with rodents in a wet lab setting
Ability to analyze research results using statistical software
Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency with MS Office suite or similar spreadsheet, database, word processing and presentation software
Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Strong communication skills
Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to administer study protocols, as necessary
0-2 years research experience
Bachelor’s Degree with 1-2 year of related experience in research or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Assists the Principal Investigator and other members of the research team with preparation of IRB protocols, consent forms, continuing reviews, amendments, and maintenance of study budget
Access enrolled patients’ Epic chart to add flags and encounters to assure their compensation and the maintenance of the study budge
Administer study protocols