Health Research Assistant — Data, IRB & Protocol Support

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Irvine is inviting applications for a Junior or Assistant Specialist position in the Department of Radiology. This role focuses on supporting faculty research related to patient adherence and health disparities among cancer patients. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or, for Assistant Specialist, a Master’s degree or equivalent experience. Responsibilities include maintaining databases, conducting literature reviews, and assisting students.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and must provide a CV and references. The position fosters collaborative research, emphasizing important health services research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent research experience for Junior Specialist.
• Master’s degree or five years of equivalent specialized experience for Assistant Specialist.
• Experience with medical research and scientific writing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty research in health services research.
• Maintain the study database and create data reports.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Assist with protocol development and IRB submission.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Scientific writing

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Master’s degree or five years of specialized experience

Job description

The University of California - Irvine is inviting applications for a Junior or Assistant Specialist position in the Department of Radiology. This role focuses on supporting faculty research related to patient adherence and health disparities among cancer patients. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or, for Assistant Specialist, a Master’s degree or equivalent experience. Responsibilities include maintaining databases, conducting literature reviews, and assisting students.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and must provide a CV and references. The position fosters collaborative research, emphasizing important health services research.