Research Associate I

Veterans Medical Research Foundation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Veterans Medical Research Foundation in San Diego invites applications for a Research Associate. You will recruit participants, screen for brain imaging, and coordinate imaging referrals.

The role also includes brain imaging data analysis and necessary administrative tasks. A BA/BS in a related field and at least 6 months of related experience are required; schedule is 19 hours per week, casual/intermittent, with no benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 6 months of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience recruiting research participants.
• Familiarity with brain imaging processes and data handling.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Adobe for documentation and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Recruits research participants through established methods.
• Screen participants for brain imaging and coordinate referrals.
• Assist in brain imaging procedures and data analysis.
• Handle administrative tasks and documentation.

Skills

Participant recruitment

Brain imaging coordination

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Adobe

Job description

Description

Position Title: Research Associate

Position posting date: 08/20/26

Position start date: ASAP or until filled

Salary/Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE)

Status: Casual/Intermittent (approximately 19 hours/wk.), not benefits eligible

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, variable hours between 8:00am to 4:30pm

Service/Division: Research - Psychiatry

Job Code: AB 1409

Salary: $20.00- $21.00 per hour

Summary

Research Associate activities include participant recruitment and screening, referral for brain imaging, and brain image collection and analysis. Administrative work will also be part of the position.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Recruits research participants through established methods.
• Assists in screening participant for brain imaging and referral to UCSD for brain imaging.
• Assists in brain imaging procedure and data analysis.
• Works with typical computer programs, such as Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related field from an accredited college or university AND at least 6 months of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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