The Research Assistant performs routine and specialized laboratory tests and experimental procedures under the direction of a principal investigator. They are responsible for maintaining accurate records, analyzing data, and adhering to federal and institutional research regulations.
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Department 10384 Research Ctr for Genetic Med
Pay Range $17.95 - $25.94
The Research Assistant is an entry level clinical research position that works under the direction of the principal investigator or supervisor. In this role, the RA performs a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests, specimen preparations and experimental procedures for the purpose of research as directed.
Required Skills/Knowledge MS Computer Skills Previous coursework in science and mathematics
Functional Accountabilities Responsible Conduct of Research Consistently demonstrates adherence to the standards for the responsible conduct of research.
Plans, conducts and manages research projects within federal and institutional regulations and policies under the direction of the principal investigator.
Uses research funds and resources appropriately.
Maintains confidentiality of data as required.
Meets all annual job-related training and compliance requirements.
Clinical and Laboratory Work Performs routine tests under the direction of principal investigator or supervisor.
Records and checks results for completeness and accuracy.
Performs tasks that may require familiarity with fundamental techniques and equipment.
Adheres to all applicable policies and procedures.
Attends courses, seminars and lab meetings as assigned to expand knowledge of research and laboratory techniques.
Record Maintenance Maintains a log of work performed; compiles and helps analyze data.
Prepares charts, graphs and results of studies.
Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc.
Maintains and updates department policies regarding procedures, objectives, safety, etc.
What You’ll Receive: Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.
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Innovation & Research – A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.
Mission-Driven Culture – Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.
The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position.
It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range.
The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy.
These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications.
Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees.
This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.
Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your RightsPay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.
Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
This is an entry-level position requiring previous coursework in science and mathematics. Candidates must possess strong computer skills and the ability to follow strict research conduct and safety standards.
