Health Science & Behavioral Research Associate I

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$57,949–$95,202 Per Year
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Clinical Research, Community Health, Document Management, English Language, Establish Priorities, External Audit, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Canada, Health Science, Hospital, IRB/IEC (Institutional Review Board/Independent Ethics Committee), Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Medicine, Metrics, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Operations Management, Pediatrics, Scientific Research, Spanish Language, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
29 days ago

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM; Weekends as needed.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Health Science & Behavioral Research Associate I is under the supervision of the Research Associates/Research Managers, recruits project participants and administers structured and/or interview survey materials. May be responsible for data collection, data entry, and/or study documentation. Conducts literature searches, writes summary documents, and may participate in the design of studies and metrics. The Associate will assist in recruitment and ensures that site operations remain efficient even when juggling multiple concurrent protocols. The Associate must constantly adapt to protocol amendments, evolving FDA/Health Canada updates, and shifting IRB requirements. Will be responsible for maintaining rigorous adherence to GCP and HIPAA standardswhile managing high volumes of documentationto ensure passing internal and external audits. Will be responsible for making split-second decisions to prioritize mission-critical tasks to meet sponsor deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

  • 2+ years of experience conducting qualitative and quantitative interviews preferred.
  • Previous experience in administering neuropsychiatric assessments and experienced in engaging pediatric populations, including children, youth, and families preferred.
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
  • Experience with interviewing and recruiting project participants preferred.
  • Experience using CASI interviewing tools preferred.
  • Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. Associates degree, Bachelors degree, or college education in related scientific field preferred.

  • Current Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification in Information Privacy & Security (IPS), Basic Human Research, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) highly preferred.

Pay Scale Information

$57,949.00-$95,202.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidates starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.

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