Staff Research Associate II

Position Definition

• This position supports a collaborative Multiple Principal Investigator (MPI) lab dedicated to improving women’s health and sleep, especially among Veterans.
• This lab is based at the Northern California Institute for Research and Education (NCIRE), San Francisco VA Health Care System, and the University of California, San Francisco.
• The MPIs, are clinical psychologists with federally-funded lines of research intended to fill high-impact clinical gaps.
• Research projects may include clinical trials, survey studies, epidemiological analysis, qualitative interviews and focus groups, and psychometric development.
• In addition to active research projects, another goal of our program is to build sustainable infrastructure to support women’s health research, including providing mentorship and community for women’s health research staff, trainees, clinicians, and investigators.
• For more information please visit https://whcrc.ucsf.edu/awakened-study [https://whcrc.ucsf.edu/awakened-study].

The incumbent will serve as the Study Coordinator and will provide day-to-day study coordination activities for several research studies. These tasks will be done under the direction of the MPIs and in accordance with NCIRE policies.

Please include a cover letter with your application.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain essential research study documentation.
• Oversee systems for tracking / monitoring study progress to ensure adherence to timelines, SOPs, and applicable regulations.
• Work closely with the Program Manager to develop recruitment strategies and materials.
• Recruit study participants from internal and external sources.
• Conduct and document informed consent with study participants.
• Schedule study visits with participants.
• Perform chart review to determine study eligibility.
• Data entry and management for multiple types of data.
• Conduct qualitative interviews and focus groups with participants.
• Conduct study assessments/surveys with participants.
• Assist the Program Manager with preparation of progress reports for funding agencies.
• Contribute to basic quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• BA, BS, or equivalent degree
• Minimum of 1 year research coordination experience with human subjects
• Computer literacy with emphasis on Windows operating systems and software applications
• Excellent interpersonal, written/oral communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and priorities to achieve desired goals
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently

Preferred Experience

• Degree in psychology or health science related field
• Presentation at an academic conference and/or publication of an academic manuscript
• Experience conducting research focused on women, Veterans, and/or sleep
• Experience working with Veterans Health Administration software systems

Working Conditions/Environment

The work environment is a psychological research laboratory. It may include minor annoyances such as noise, temperature variations, etc. The incumbent may be required to sustain standing and seated postures and to use a computer keyboard and display monitor for prolonged periods. Work may be completed remotely in a suitable environment (e.g., adequate privacy for phone calls), with schedule and expectations for remote work to be detailed in written Telecommuting Agreement.

VA Onboarding Requirements

NCIRE is an affiliate organization of the San Francisco VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS), which requires all candidates to complete SFVA onboarding in addition to NCIRE's onboarding process. The SFVA is a federal agency that requires a federal background check, occupational health clearance, vaccines and immunizations, and drug testing for certain positions. Drug testing may include screening for marijuana which remains an illegal substance according to federal law. The failure to pass required drug testing will disqualify candidates from employment.

The base wage range for this position is $25.24 - $40.60 per hour. The wage actually offered to a successful candidate will take into account various relevant and non-discriminatory business factors including, without limitation, the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, and skills, and education, as well as internal equity considerations. A successful candidate may also be eligible to earn additional compensation including bonuses.

NCIRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position requires access to United States Government research under the Veterans Administration. Per Veterans Administration regulations surrounding access to US research, qualified US Citizens will be selected over other individuals eligible to work in the United States. If you are eligible to work in the United States, you may still be considered for this position but only if no qualified US citizens apply.