Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research program conducted among the VA Hospitals and is looking for a full\-time Assistant Fitness Instructor – Research Assistant I to join the Liu lab. The goal of our lab is improving quality of life for persons living with advanced kidney disease (https://profiles.stanford.edu/243728\). The primary duty of the Research Assistant will be the implementation of a virtually delivered group exercise program for Spanish or English\-speaking persons who are waiting for a kidney transplant. The Liu lab conducts up to ten group classes a week of a virtual exercise program; the candidate will be responsible for monitoring the safety of the exercise class attendees. Candidates must be conversant in Spanish and English and must have an associate's degree in the healthcare field. They will be also responsible for following up with participants after medical events to assess their readiness to rejoin the study. Other duties will include data entry, scheduling study visits with participants, and managing systems to organize, collect, report, and monitor participant information. They will also assist in the preparation and submission of all regulatory and Institutional Review Board documents and participate in study monitoring visits and regulatory audits. They will order and maintain adequate supplies of study materials and equipment.
NEW GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
This position is a full time, hybrid position, with approximately 40% in\-person duties. This position provides the unique opportunity (and privilege) to partner and interact frequently with persons who are on the cusp of a life\-changing health event and to provide a potential therapy that will improve their health and quality of life.
BENEFITS
PAVIR offers generous benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental, 14 paid holidays, paid vacation time, sick pay, a 401(k) with a fully vested 6% company match and 3% profit share, a wellness program, commuter benefits, and professional development training. Plus, we pay for life, short\-term disability, and long\-term disability insurance.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitoring the safety of attendees of Liu lab virtual exercise classes. Up to ten classes occur a week, with up to 10 attendees per class.
- Following up with participants after medical events to assess their readiness to rejoin the study.
- Data entry of participant information
- Assist with managing systems to organize, collect, report, and monitor participant information
- Assist with preparation and submission of all regulatory and Institutional Review Board documents
- Participate in study monitoring visits and regulatory audits.
- Other tasks as assigned.
- Valid Driver License required, Basic Life Support training (which will be provided if needed).
- 0\-1 year or more of related experience.
- Previous experience in health care or wellness setting; previous experience in a clinical and research environment.
- Good understanding of clinical terminology and procedures gained through experience;
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities;
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively;
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Required: Associate's degree;
* Preferred: Degree in health\-related field, such as physical therapy, exercise/fitness science, or recreation therapy.
* Must be conversant in Spanish and English;
ABOUT PALO ALTO VETERANS INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH (PAVIR)
PAVIR facilitates research and education activities conducted at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. At PAVIR we work with more than 160 uniquely talented medical scientists. We recruit and retain talented employees who believe in making a difference in the lives of others through innovative health research.
READY TO JOIN OUR RESEARCH TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3\-minute, mobile\-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
PAVIR is a nonprofit foundation affiliated with the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS). As a condition of employment, all PAVIR employees are required to have an approved appointment with VAPAHCS and complete a background check before they can commence work.
PAVIR is pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Individuals with a Disability are encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact jobs@pavir.org \- Human Resources department.