Research Assistant Obstetric Specimen Procurement Unit

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Part Time Research Assistant – Clinical Research to support the Magee Women’s Hospital Obstetric Specimen Procurement Unit.The Magee-Womens Hospital Obstetric Specimen Procurement Unit (MWH OSPU), functions as a MWRI Core facility. It is designed for participant recruitment and procurement of specimens from pregnant women during the antepartum and peri-partum periods. This unit was established in 2003 and is located within the labor and delivery suite of Magee-Womens Hospital.This position will work Saturdays and Sundays, 7am to 5pm. Hours are subject to change based on business needs.Under Faculty or Research Associate supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant accurately performs research projects according to established study design and procedures.Responsibilities:

Maintain laboratory inventory, including timely ordering and receipt of required supplies and their proper storage.

Follow appropriate research policies and procedures including all applicable laws and regulations and maintains scientific integrity including accurate data storage.

Administer questionnaires and assists with procedures for obtaining patient screening and recruitment as well as obtaining research specimens.

Prepare, label, store and disposes of reagents, and calibrates equipment for research projects.

Assist in obtaining educational resources necessary to perform and interpret research and to remain abreast in research area of function.

Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, biology or other basic science or Bachelor of Arts degree in a science or health related field with a minimum of 15 credit hours in related science courses required.

Excellent communication skills and an ability to work with a diverse group of individuals preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:· Act 33UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.