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Research Assistant, IV

Position Number: 9925917
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Assistant, IV

Job Summary

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

This position is supported by grant funding and is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds. Employment may end or be modified if grant funding is reduced, discontinued, or otherwise unavailable.

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Responsibilities
Performs a variety of administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manage the front desk, organize files, and perform other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruit participants, verify eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedule participant visits and maintain records. Transport samples or laboratory equipment. Monitor inventory levels and order supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.

1. Collects and compiles data from a variety of sources; may enter data into a PC or computer terminal.
2. Obtains informed consent from participants.
3. Maintains a knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations.
4. May edit research papers, project reports, proposals and curriculum materials prior to publication or presentation.
5. Prepares format for final disposition of data; maintains an internal library on project information resources and final data collected.
6. May work with research personnel in the design and preparation of research projects and in recording data.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Research Assistant, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience.

Preferences

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN17558N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary: Mon-Fri between hours of 9-5, with occasional evenings and weekends.
Department: 00258 - Emergency Medical Physicians
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $21.00 - $29.13 /Hr
Close Date: 11/30/2026
Open Until Filled:

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