Research Associate II, Clinical Trials

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a project coordinator to manage small-scale research projects and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves coordinating daily activities, assisting with data collection, and overseeing project staff. The ideal candidate will have a background in public health or healthcare administration, with strong communication skills and experience in research methodologies. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will enhance important health initiatives and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in public health or healthcare administration.
• Experience in research project coordination and methodology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of small projects and assist with data collection.
• Ensure compliance with clinical trial regulations and quality assurance.

Skills

Project Coordination

Data Collection

Biospecimen Management

Research Methodology

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Master's Degree in Public Health or Related Field

Job description

Job Summary:

Coordinates day-to-day activities of several small-scale projects or phases of larger projects. May oversee project staff work and works under general supervision. Final review is required for each project phase.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate daily activities of small projects or project phases, including data collection through interviews, chart reviews, or other methods. May assist with biospecimen management.
2. Assist in developing study tools such as tracking forms, questionnaires, and review forms.
3. Assist with or oversee study activities like data collection, recruitment, pilot studies, and focus groups.
4. Draft project progress reports collaboratively.
5. Participate in training new team members and/or clinical staff. If involved in clinical trials, coordinate with sponsors and monitors at clinical sites.
6. Ensure compliance with privacy, confidentiality, GCP, and clinical trial regulations.
7. Assist with quality assurance of study activities to ensure data quality.
8. Maintain knowledge of KP systems and databases.
9. Identify, recommend, and implement solutions to study issues.
10. Interface with IRB, draft protocols, amendments, and continuing reviews as needed.
11. Supervise project staff activities, including assigning work and performance evaluation.
12. Assist with staff hiring and training.
13. Contribute to study presentations.
14. Serve on department or study-related committees.
15. Monitor expenses and budgets, and provide oversight for invoices.
16. Review scientific literature and synthesize information.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• At least 2 years in public health, healthcare administration, epidemiology, or related field, or 1 year plus a Master’s or terminal degree.
• At least 1 year of research project coordination experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in research methodology, study design, hypothesis testing, or clinical trial protocols.
• At least 1 year of biospecimen handling, processing, or related laboratory activities, or a relevant advanced degree.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 years of directly related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Experience with interviews, chart review, and data interpretation.
• Experience coordinating projects and biospecimen activities.
• Experience with clinical lab activities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, epidemiology, or related field.