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Posted July 21, 2026

Diabetes Clinical Research Assistant

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States 15260 Part-Time
Reference: 285964370


Diabetes Clinical Research Assistant

Med-Pediatrics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004328)


This position is for the Division of Endocrinology within the Department of Pediatrics.

The PI seeks to recruit an enthusiastic research assistant to participate in a type 1 diabetes research program focused on designing, testing, and implementing patient and provider-facing interventions and tools that maximize innovative technology to optimize outcomes for every child with type 1 diabetes. The research assistant would participate in a variety of research studies spanning mixed methods, human-centered design, and cohort studies.

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. The salary range for this part-time position will be prorated based on 53% effort as the position is 20 hours per week. This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.


Job Summary

Conducts research assessments and procedures independently. Oversees operations when leadership is unavailable. Recruits and screens participants, reviews records and surveys, and maintains databases. Performs routine data analysis and prepares reports, data visualizations, and models.


Essential Functions

Specific activities will include: regulatory activities, participant recruitment, consenting, quantitative data collection and management, qualitative data collection and analysis, participant payments, and community engagement activities.


Physical Effort

Light.



Assignment Category: Part-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Assistant II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Associate's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Hours will be generally set during business hours to facilitate recruitment during clinic visits. Some evenings may be requested to assist with community engagement activities.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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