(Part-Time) Clinical Research Assistant B (Department of Surgery)
University of Pennsylvania

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University OverviewThe 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 Large Employers in 2023.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.The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.Posted Job Title(Part-Time) Clinical Research Assistant B (Department of Surgery)Job Profile TitleClinical Research Assistant BJob Description SummaryWe are seeking a part-time research assistant to serve as a key member of a team conducting a pragmatic trial that seeks to optimize the collection of social and behavioral determinants of health (SBDOH) for patients with new diagnoses of breast cancer and to identify logistical barriers to timely receipt of guideline-concordant care. This study will analyze rates of SBDOH data collection using three different self-administered instruments and three different modalities for collection (patient portal, text chatbot, or telephone). The goal is to identify the optimal combinations of modality and data collection instrument to facilitate collection among diverse patients with breast cancer.
Position Overview:
The Research Assistant will support regulatory and operational aspects of the study. The core day-to-day responsibilities of the Research Assistant include patient recruitment and enrollment; carefully and accurately collecting data from patients; organizing and maintaining the accuracy of all study documentation; preparing for and participating in study meetings; and administering instruments in person across four sites: the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine (PCAM); Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC); Pennsylvania Hospital (PAH); and/or Penn Medicine Radnor.

This position in contingent on continued grant funding.

Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and must be competent and comfortable working with patients, clinicians, and researchers. Must be highly motivated and possess the ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Should be able to learn new tasks quickly, multi-task, and shift between different software applications to complete required duties. Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with medical abbreviations, REDCap, and hospital medical record systems a plus.Job Description

The Research Assistant will support regulatory and operational aspects of the study. The core day-to-day responsibilities of the Research Assistant include patient recruitment and enrollment; carefully and accurately collecting data from patients; organizing and maintaining the accuracy of all study documentation; preparing for and participating in study meetings; and administering instruments in person across four sites: the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine (PCAM); Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC); Pennsylvania Hospital (PAH); and/or Penn Medicine Radnor.

This position in contingent on continued grant funding.

Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and must be competent and comfortable working with patients, clinicians, and researchers. Must be highly motivated and possess the ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Should be able to learn new tasks quickly, multi-task, and shift between different software applications to complete required duties. Strong problem-solving skills and familiarity with medical abbreviations, REDCap, and hospital medical record systems a plus.

Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$17.98 - $22.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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 required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

• Retirement: 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.

• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

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