Research Associate

Research Associate

Req Number 35052BR
Job Title Research Associate
Job Code and Payroll Title 9612: STAFF RESEARCH ASSOC II
Job Code and Payroll Title 9612 STAFF RESEARCH ASSOC II
Location Mount Zion
Department Name Anesthesia
Work Days Monday - Friday
Shift Days
Shift Length 8 Hours
Job Summary The incumbent will assist in the administration and conduct of several research projects of the Perioperative Clinical Research Core under the leadership of Dr. Apfel. These projects may include, but are not limited to, a wide range of clinical research in the areas of nausea and vomiting, pain, hemodynamic management, transfusion triggers, postoperative ileus, exhaled propofol monitoring, clinical risk scores, etc.; the incumbent will be working at the crossroads of clinical practice, basic science, and translational research and will be required to wear a number of hats; directing multiple active clinical studies simultaneously. Research study duties include but are not limited to: enrolling and following patients through study protocol, spending time in the operating room and in the Pre-Op and Post-Op areas as an active member of the medical care team; reviewing medical records, assuring data is collected and submitted in a timely manner, maintaining accurate research charts and study binders, interacting with surgical patients while they are in house for surgery, and following up with postoperative patients after hospital discharge; will also have the opportunity to participate in analyzing study data and preparing posters, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts for publication. The PCRC prides itself on its high publication output and produces original research papers, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, and editorials. The SRA will gain experience with managing the administrative activities of a research lab and keeping track of the financial aspects of conducting clinical research; be exposed to the grant writing and submission process (both internal to UCSF and external to the NIH) and become adept at preparing Committee on Human Research (CHR) applications, modifications and renewals; and will perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications BA/BS in biological science or related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience following degree completion, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; two or more years of recent, high-level research (basic science or clinical research); has conducted an independent research project from start to finish (coming up with a research question, crafting the protocol, conducting the study and gathering data, analyzing that data, and presenting the results formally; has experience in a university hospital setting (volunteer or other); has contributed significantly to written presentation of research findings (as evidenced by a co-or primary authorship of a paper in a peer reviewed journal); evidence of outstanding social and communication skills - with fellow researchers as well as other health care providers to ensure study protocol adherence - also critical for patient recruitment; experience as a research coordinator or other evidence to be qualified to perform those tasks as a clinical research assistant (review patient charts and identify and consent suitable candidates for enrollment into clinical studies, perform perioperative research tests, such as administering questionnaires, collecting blood or performing an ECG if it does not constitute medical care (i.e. for research purposes only); perform intraoperative data collection; do postoperative follow-up activities; solid knowledge and skills in handling Windows XP Professional, especially navigating through complex file structures, creating tables, using templates, etc.; excellent scientific writing skills; ability to draft, edit, and format manuscripts for submission to high-level, peer-reviewed journals; advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, such as working with styles and formatting, track changes, creating graphs with error bars etc.; proficiency working with other reference and statistical software including Endnote, Reference Manager, Review Manager, and SPSS; Experience with grant writing and demonstrated abilities needed to apply for funding to support research (NIH Grants or others).
Note: Fingerprinting and background check required.
Preferred Qualifications Outstanding ability to learn and adjust to new challenges, highly motivated to work well under the pressure of deadlines, flexible and able to work reliably and independently (of utmost importance); Has worked as a teaching assistant in a university level teaching environment; has experience working in a medical environment outside of the United States.
License/Certification N/A
Position Type Full Time
Percentage 100%