• Job Description

  Req#: 85878

  At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
  Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

  Summary

  NTRO Research Assistant II

  Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an innovative team and make an impact on the lives of those affected by cancer? We are looking to hire an individual to participate in challenging and meaningful work to support the non-therapeutic studies under the research portfolio of Dr. Vinci . The project focuses on using advanced technology (i.e., augmented reality via smartphone) as an innovative adjuvant to smoking cessation treatments. People seeking to quit smoking through the Florida Quitline will be referred to the study, and participants will use an augmented reality smartphone application to help reduce urges to smoke.

  Our team comes from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, including public health, psychology, biological sciences and more. There are opportunities for those who have worked in other areas of public health as well as those who are looking for a new and exciting opportunity.

  These positions typically offer a Monday through Friday schedule, though some require occasional evenings and weekends. Moffitt offers training and orientation.

  Position Highlights:

  • Support research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator and senior research staff.
  • Engage in data collection, specimen handling, and participant interaction.
  • Contribute to impactful cancer research in a collaborative lab environment.
  • Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical and translational research.

  The Ideal Candidate:

  • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments independently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Hands-on research experience.
  • Work or student experience of any duration in a healthcare related setting or research setting, which may include student assignments.
  • BLS certification, phlebotomy skills, and Spanish language fluency.

  Responsibilities:

  • Collect and prepare research data and specimens.
  • Perform participant interviews and administer questionnaires.
  • Support biospecimen collection and documentation.
  • Attend research meetings and maintain required certifications.
  • Assist with data entry, chart abstraction, and research documentation.
  • Participate in minimal risk participant recruitment under supervision.

  Credentials and Qualifications:

  • High school diploma/GED with one year of relevant work experience is required.

  Moffitt Team Members are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities, amazing cuisine and so much more.

  We strive for work/life balance. If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission, then we have a place for you.

• About the company

  H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute is a nonprofit cancer treatment and research center located in Tampa, Florida.

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