Senior Research Investigator & Grants Program Lead

Kaiser Permanente; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Pleasanton, CA, seeks a Research Investigator II to lead an innovative research program, secure funding, and manage complex projects with strict compliance and budget controls. You will collaborate across departments, mentor staff, and help disseminate findings to clinical partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include developing methodologies, overseeing budgets, and coordinating multi-site studies to ensure scientific integrity and impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex research projects and budgets in healthcare settings.
• Ability to develop and implement research methodologies, data collection, and analysis plans.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations governing research and funding.
• Strong writing and dissemination skills for technical products and publications.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain an innovative research program and secure funding from internal and external sources.
• Oversee research projects to ensure compliance with award terms and proper fiscal management.
• Mentor team members and promote learning across cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop proposals, including pre-award activities, budgets, and scope of work for complex projects.
• Lead interpretation and dissemination of research findings through publications, abstracts, and presentations.

Skills

Ambiguity/Uncertainty Management

Attention to Detail

Business Knowledge

Communication

Critical Thinking

Cross-Group Collaboration

Decision Making

Dependability

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Drives Results

Facilitation Skills

Health Care Industry

Influencing Others

Integrity

Learning Agility

Organizational Savvy

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Topic-Specific Communication

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Pleasanton, CA, seeks a Research Investigator II to lead an innovative research program, secure funding, and manage complex projects with strict compliance and budget controls. You will collaborate across departments, mentor staff, and help disseminate findings to clinical partners and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include developing methodologies, overseeing budgets, and coordinating multi-site studies to ensure scientific integrity and impact.