The Research Assistant (RA) would offer support in a variety of studies that we conduct as well as the various phases of study development. Benaroya Research Institute and the Clinical Trials Unit encourage teamwork and collaboration. We have unparalleled support from our physicians, clinic staff and study staff. The RA will support the Clinical Research Coordinators and assist with a variety of duties related to the conduct of clinical research protocols. This is not a lab-based position.This RA position will work within the Cancer Clinical Research Unit on a variety of oncology trials. At least 50% of this role will assist with the conduct of investigator-initiated non-interventional and biorepository trails, with remaining time spent on various interventional oncology trials.ResponsibilitiesThe work largely focuses on attending to administrative detail with regard to:
Clinical Research specimen collection, processing and shipping
Schedule research participants
File Complete case report forms (data entry)
Screen provider schedules to identify potential research participants; assist with contact and recruitment of participants
Transport test article from the pharmacy to subjects (approximately 50-70% of the time)
File regulatory documents
Collect financial disclosure forms
Assist with the study start-up process
Track participant enrolment and progress through trials; assist coordinator with reporting progress to investigators
Resolve data queries and work with study monitors to facilitate site visits and audits
The RA may also:
Perform blood draws
Collect vitals
Perform EKG’s
Recruit, screen and schedule study participants
Process and aliquot samples
Interact with subjects as directed by the coordinator for back-up or special testing, e.g., neurology tests, subject questionnaires (approximately 30-50% of the time)
Conduct informed consent with participants on select trials (after completion of training and validation process)
Qualifications
High school diploma
Experience in health care or research is preferable
Written, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel strongly preferred
Compensation$21.06 to $29.27 per hourBenefits
Medical, dental, vision hardware insurance
Flexible spending accounts: health care, dependent care, commuter
Short and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance
403(b) retirement plan with matching funds after one year of employment
PTO: 13 holidays, three weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick leave per year
Employee assistance program
Educational assistance program
Subsidized bus pass
YMCA rebate and other fitness club discounts
Voluntary benefits, e.g., pet insurance, accident, critical illness, identify theft
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for benefit detailsAbout UsBenaroya Research Institute (BRI) has a bold mission: To predict, prevent, reverse and cure immune system diseases, from autoimmune disease to cancer to COVID-19. We examine the immune system in both health and disease to understand how disorders start and how to rebalance the immune system back to health. Equipped with innovative tools and robust biorepositories, our team chips away at the biggest mysteries behind these conditions to work toward our vision of a healthy immune system for everyone. BRI is a world-renowned independent nonprofit research institute affiliated with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health and based in Seattle. We collaborate with clinicians to accelerate the path from innovative lab discoveries to life-changing patient care.At BRI, each role is valued and an important contributor to our vision and mission. BRI is committed to a safe, caring and diverse workplace; as well as to taking action to further our commitment to foster inclusion, equity and belonging so employees feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. Consider making a difference by joining our team. Because together, we are powering possibility.To learn more, visit and connect with us on , , , , and .All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. If you need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 206-342-6972 or email#LI-DNP
