Research Assistant I – Orthopaedic – Torrey Pines – Grant Funded

Facility: Scripps Health Corp

Location: La Jolla, CA

Career Area: Research

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Day

Job ID: 252001767

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Job Description

This is a full time position, Monday through Friday located in Torrey Pines. This position is grant funded for two years.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: 

  • Selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work for 2024 by Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute for the 16th time.  A remarkable achievement as only five healthcare organizations nationwide made the list, and Scripps is the sole healthcare provider in California to be recognized.  
  • Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
  • #78 in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care.
  • #95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023 

Why join this team?

Scripps Health is committed to providing the best possible patient care, and research is a critical part of that mission. In addition to bringing the latest treatments to our patients, the knowledge gained from these research studies advances the quality of care for people around the world. The Research Assistant II will join the team at the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education (SCORE). SCORE’s physicians and scientists study the effects of traumatic injuries and sports activities to determine how well joint replacement and reconstruction techniques or the use of experimental prostheses can restore joint mechanics and range of motion. To be successful, the Research Assistant must be flexible to adjust to changing priorities and eager to learn.  

Responsibilities include:

  • Assists with multiple aspects of clinical trials ensuring data integrity, positive interactions with potential study subjects, document management, administrative support and evaluation process.
  • Keeps internal data entry systems up-to-date.
  • Provides superior service to principle investigators and research sponsors within scope of responsibilities.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

  • High school diploma required.
  • 1-2 years experience in a research setting.
  • Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office software.
  • Organized and detailed oriented.
  • Strong motivator/communicator in a compact clinical team working with aggressive timelines. 

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in biological, biomedical or related major

Position Pay Range: $25.40-$33.15/hour

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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