Department: UHC: Peds - Surgery Academic
Job Summary: The Research Assistant performs a variety of accurate laboratory and clinical data collection, measurement, entry and retrieval procedures in a research setting involving human and/or small animal subjects, completes forms relevant to research and related equipment. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Bachelor Degree required. Minimum two years of academic laboratory experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge: Medical terminology preferred. Working knowledge of statistical, database and graphic applications preferred. Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Essential Interpersonal Skills: Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Essential Mental Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Essential Sensory Abilities: Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: Required to complete and maintain Loma Linda University Human Studies Education and satisfactory completion of required IACUC-Animal Care and Use Training Program and Radiation Safety Training (if applicable) within 30 days of hire and through Animal Care Facility; x44316 or http://www.llu.edu/research-affairs/human-studies-certification-online-options.page?
Skills Required
- Bachelor degree
- Complete and maintain Loma Linda University Human Studies Education within 30 days
- Satisfactory completion of IACUC-Animal Care and Use Training Program (and Radiation Safety Training if applicable) within 30 days
- Able to keyboard 40 wpm
- Use computer and software necessary to the position (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment
- Minimum two years of academic laboratory experience
- Working knowledge of statistical, database, and graphic applications
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (written, verbal, telephone), organize/prioritize workload, and work independently
What We Do
Loma Linda is an industry leader in plant-based foods, providing a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan products, including meat analogues. Founded in 1905, the brand focuses on offering affordable, sustainable, and healthy sources of plant-based protein to help people live healthier, longer lives. It is currently owned by Century Pacific North America Enterprise Inc. as part of its family of plant-based brands.
