Title: Student Research Assistant
Job Class: Non-Exempt/Hourly; $20/hr
PI: Elaine Peskind, MD
Reports To: Kimberly Harms

At the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR), scientists seek new ways to improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center.

As an SIBCR employee, you have a unique opportunity to help improve the lives of Veterans through supporting our scientists whose research spans a broad range of areas such as mental health; neuroscience; diabetes, endocrinology and nutrition; prosthetics; oncology; and pulmonary diseases. You will also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to be a part of an important mission.

Summary:

This is for a Student Research Assistant position. This position supports translational neuroscience research on treatment of PTSD and trauma; mechanisms of injury in mTBI; common comorbidities such as alcohol use disorder (AUD), cannabis use disorders (CUD), post-concussive headache and other forms of chronic pain, cognitive impairment, and increased risk of neurodegenerative disorders. The MIRECC has particular expertise in the design and implementation of clinical trials for the treatment of neurobehavioral disorders. This position will interact with a multidisciplinary group of clinical and basic investigators, as well as fellows, volunteer research participants, community partners, and scientific collaborators.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule participant appointments and assist in conducting study visits and procedures
• Collect, create, modify, and maintain study data documents and files
• Record, organize, verify, transcribe, and enter research study data using Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and Clinical Trials Management Systems (CTMS)
• Accompany study participants to research procedures
• Conduct collection of vital signs, ECGs, psychometric testing, and phlebotomy
• Inventory and resupply study specific materials and kits
• Maintain confidentiality of participant and study records at all times
• Assist with recruiting research volunteers
• Help maintain equipment in good working order and keep maintenance records up to
• Work as a member of a team but must be able to work independently in the laboratory and clinic.
• Assist with other maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, ordering, onboarding and training of new team members, and preparation for safety inspections.
• Perform other related duties as needed

Position Requirements:

• Ability to work in a team AND independently, reporting significant issues as
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of good clinical and safety practices; good written and verbal communication skills