Health Research Specialist: Data & Study Coordination

Kaiser Permanente; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Pasadena seeks a Research Support Associate to help run day‑to‑day project operations. You will monitor resources, gather data, prepare reports, and handle recruitment, enrollment, and participant follow-up under IRB guidelines.

Ideal candidates have a public health background and experience with data collection, consent, and study materials. This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, documentation, and collaboration with study teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field with 2+ years of health research experience or 5+ years in health research.
• Strong understanding of GCP and IRB requirements.
• Experience with data collection, recruitment, and participant follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day project operations and monitor study resources.
• Conduct data gathering, prepare reports, and ensure data quality.
• Support recruitment, consent, enrollment, and follow-up with participants.
• Develop online recruitment and study materials and document study progress.
• Escalate issues to managers and ensure compliance with IRB protocols.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Data Collection

IRB Protocols

Regulatory Compliance

Study Recruitment

Data Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Pasadena seeks a Research Support Associate to help run day‑to‑day project operations. You will monitor resources, gather data, prepare reports, and handle recruitment, enrollment, and participant follow-up under IRB guidelines.

Ideal candidates have a public health background and experience with data collection, consent, and study materials. This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, documentation, and collaboration with study teams.