Research Assistant, Hoxworth Blood Center, Clinical Research

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Job Overview Hoxworth Blood Center (HBC), University of Cincinnati, was founded in 1938 and serves more than 30 hospitals in 18 counties in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana. Annually, Hoxworth collects more than 100,000 units of blood from local donors to help save the lives of patients in area hospitals. Hoxworth Blood Center:
Saving Lives Close to Home. HBC is located within the College of Medicine and is the only Regional Blood Center owned and operated by a University in United States. The Clinical Research Department of the Hoxworth Blood Center is seeking a candidate for a full-time (100% FTE), Research Assistant position. The candidate will join a dynamic team to assist in the execution of SOP-driven research projects in pre-clinical and clinical trials in transfusion medicine and/or cell therapies.

Saving lives is no easy task, but at Hoxworth Blood Center, it's what we do every day and we're looking for positive, professional individuals to join our team and help advance our lifesaving mission. If you're a detail-oriented individual with regulated research experience, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, then we invite you to apply for a position at Hoxworth Blood Center.

Essential Functions Perform experiments and record data according to research protocols.

Interpret data and assist in judging validity of data. May perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.

May assist in animal colony management and animal husbandry.

Apply research principals for less complex assignments.

Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education Bachelor’s Degree.

Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline.

Physical Requirements /Work Environment Sitting - Continuously Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often Hearing, listening -  Often Talking - Often Standing - Often Walking - Often Bending - Often Stooping - Often Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often Kneeling, squatting - Seldom Noise:
There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.

Hazards:
Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.

Atmospheric

Conditions:

Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: …