Clinical Research Associate, Data & Study Operations

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking a Staff Research Associate to support clinical research studies focused on gastroenterology and related conditions. You will collect and manage research data, maintain study databases, and prepare reports under the PI and senior staff.

The role involves maintaining HIPAA and IRB compliance, documenting results, and supporting study operations in a collaborative team environment. This is a limited position, with potential conversion to a career role.

Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize work schedule.
• Experience working in a research setting and understanding relevant terminology.
• Knowledge of medical record confidentiality and safety requirement and ability to maintain it.
• Ability to learn new research support techniques and practices as required.
• Ability to work efficiently and complete tasks thoroughly, accurately, and timely.
• Strong organizational abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing job demands and priorities; work flexible hours to accommodate research deadlines.
• Professionalism and ability to work with others collaboratively.
• Typing and computer skill/ ability including word-processing, use of spreadsheets, email, data entry, and data storage.
• Ability to be flexible in handling work delegated by more than one individual.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage research data, maintain study databases and records.
• Prepare reports and support study operations.
• Document medical, laboratory and procedure results, ensuring data accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, IRB, and institutional requirements.
• Participate in research team and investigator meetings.

Skills

Data management

Research experience

HIPAA compliance

Data entry

Coordination

Communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Timely work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking a Staff Research Associate to support clinical research studies focused on gastroenterology and related conditions. You will collect and manage research data, maintain study databases, and prepare reports under the PI and senior staff.

The role involves maintaining HIPAA and IRB compliance, documenting results, and supporting study operations in a collaborative team environment. This is a limited position, with potential conversion to a career role.