Research Assistant
Research Assistant
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Research Assistant
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
The Clinical and Translational Research Program for Lymphomas and Other Related Diseases ("Program") at the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Assistant to provide support to faculty and staff by performing a variety of research-related tasks.
Job Description
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assigned duties will be performed with oversight from senior staff members.
QUALIFICATIONS: (Qualifications should clearly indicate those that are required and those that are preferred.)
Bachelor's Degree and 0-1 year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be responsible, organized, friendly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications, e.g. Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Must be available to work a minimum of 12-15 hours per week during regular business hours.
POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Perelman-Center-for-Adv-Medicine/Research-Assistant_JR00055400-1
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University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Research Assistant
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
The Clinical and Translational Research Program for Lymphomas and Other Related Diseases ("Program") at the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania seeks a Research Assistant to provide support to faculty and staff by performing a variety of research-related tasks.
Job Description
Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Assist with consenting, enrolling and coordination of unfunded research projects (e.g., ancillary, biospecimen, correlative, retrospective, prospective, etc.)
- Assist in the maintenance of complete, accurate, and well-organized study files (e.g., paper and electronic subject or study charts, case report forms, enrollment logs, etc.) from enrollment through follow-up.
- Coordinate, receive and transport biological specimens (e.g., blood, urine, tissue, etc.); maintain central lab supplies, kits, and equipment (e.g., EKG machines, ePRO tablets, etc.).
- Document medical visits (i.e., scribe) as they are being performed by a Clinician-investigator, including but not limited to: medical history, physical exam, procedures, treatments, patient education, follow-up instructions, preparation of referral letters, and correspondence with other medical professionals
- Assist with new and returning patient note preparation, including but not limited to: reproduction and/or reformatting of all pathology reports and radiology reports; creating or updating a history of present illness ("HPI") or a timeline of events which would include review and summary of all key interim laboratory and radiology reports and interim clinical events or visits with other physicians; formatting of all applicable reports and events for the clinical note for the physician's review prior to patient visits.
- Support the Medical Director (or his/her delegate) by assisting with general administrative tasks (e.g., coordinating signatures, filing of documentation, emailing, photocopying, scanning, scheduling, resolving conflicts in schedule, recording and distribution of meeting minutes, etc.)
- Other duties as reasonably assigned.
Assigned duties will be performed with oversight from senior staff members.
QUALIFICATIONS: (Qualifications should clearly indicate those that are required and those that are preferred.)
Bachelor's Degree and 0-1 year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be responsible, organized, friendly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications, e.g. Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Must be available to work a minimum of 12-15 hours per week during regular business hours.
POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Perelman-Center-for-Adv-Medicine/Research-Assistant_JR00055400-1
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