Public Health Research Assistant
About the Job
UCLA Health offers health professionals the widest range of opportunities to practice the kind of care that every patient deserves. For more than half a century, we have provided the best in health and the latest in medical technology to the people of Los Angeles and throughout the world. If youre interested in being a part of one of the most comprehensive and advanced health systems on the planet, consider this opportunity with UCLA Health.
Required Skills:
The Public Health Research Assistant will be responsible for recruiting and surveying transplant patients of different races by telephone and in person using a standardized coaching and survey computer program to increase successful completion of transplant evaluation and pursuit of living donor kidney transplant. The candidate will also track patient recruitment, manage patient remuneration, prepare educational materials and assist in meeting university regulations for human subjects research (IRB).
Required Skills:
- Two years of previous research experience - as a paid research assistant or student
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
- Skill in maintaining research records and completing data/case report forms
- Ability to accurately assess patients’ physical status and evaluate responses
- Fluent in Spanish is highly desired
- Prior experience with IRB, protocol development, conference abstracts, literature reviews, and lots of data entry.
As a valued full-time member of our staff, youll enjoy outstanding benefits, including health, dental and vision plans that begin on your first day and a retirement plan that is one of the best in the nation. You will also receive 13 paid holidays and 15 vacation days beginning your first year. Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.
Please be advised that ALL new hires will be required to successfully complete a criminal background investigation and a medical examination, which includes a drug screening, prior to employment at UCLA Health. The receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests, and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authority to work in the United States are also required. Any misrepresentation, falsification or material omission may result in a candidates failure to receive an offer, or if already hired, an immediate dismissal from employment.In an effort to promote and maintain a healthy environment for our patients, visitors, and employees, UCLA Health is a smoke-free site.
For more information, go to www.uclahealthcareers.org or contact Reggie Glynnatrglynn@mednet.ucla.edu EOE
