Administrative Officer 2 CX

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus is seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the Principal Investigator’s research in the Epidemiology department. The role emphasizes organizational skills, data management, and reliable communication in a collaborative setting.

The candidate will conduct health-related interviews, maintain accurate records, and may travel to field sites as needed while adhering to confidentiality and ethical

Qualifications

• Must have experience conducting health-related interviews.
• Must have experience with chronically ill individuals; Parkinson's knowledge preferred.
• Experience in epidemiologic studies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate research records.
• Respectful handling of participant information and confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel to field research locations.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal Investigator's research.
• Conduct health-related interviews as needed.
• Maintain detailed and legible records of research data.
• Assist with data management and administrative tasks.
• Travel to field research locations when required.

Skills

Interviewing

Self-motivation

Data management

English fluency

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Record keeping

Travel to field sites

Education

CA Driver's license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department Summary

The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings.

Position Summary

Seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Assistant to support the Principal Investigator's research. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and data management skills and be committed to contributing to high-quality research in a collaborative environment.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have experience conducting detailed health related interviews (Preferred)
• Must have experience working with chronically ill individuals andhave some knowledge of Parkinson's Disease (Preferred)
• Must have experience working in epidemiologic studies (Preferred)
• Must be able to work independently and follow through with assignments with minimal supervision (Required)
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal skills in English (Required)
• Ability to keep accurate, detailed and legible records of research data (Required)
• Ability to work with study participants with respect, sensitivity and maintain confidentiality of participant information (Required)
• Ability to use personal computer and Microsoft Office software (Required)
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed, including occasional weekend hours, as needed for particular research activities. (Required)
• Willingness and ability to drive to field research locations in rural counties (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

Union/Policy Covered

CX-Clerical & Allied Services