New

SRA I

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
$30.12/Hr. - $35.92/Hr.
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 03, 2026
Department Summary The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings. Position Summary Seeking a detail-oriented professional to support research activities and participant visits at an off-campus clinic. Responsibilities include assisting with study procedures, coordinating appointments, maintaining records, and providing general administrative support while ensuring participant confidentiality and professionalism. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications* Experience in sensitivity to issues regarding HIV, Persons with AIDS, LGBT (Required) Experience in course and treatment of HIV disease (Preferred) Familiarity with medical, HIV/AIDS, and public health technical terms (Preferred) Ability to maintain calm in emotionally charged circumstances, dealing with sensitive issues. (Required) Interpersonal skills to relate with a pleasant, polite, and non-judgmental manner with research participants and co-workers from a wide variety of social, cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds (Required) Ability to maintain strict confidentiality (Required) College level communication skills. Speak and write clearly in English, using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to effectively exchange information with co-workers and study participants. Demonstrated ability to accurately transcribe spoken English, and to capture detail (Required) Excellent listening skills (Required) Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight travel (Required) Able to travel as part of a team or individually to remote clinics in San Francisco, Palm Springs, and San Diego, and to off-site locations in the Los Angeles Metropolitan area. Valid California class C driver's license (Required) Ability to work with minimal direct supervision and follow through on assignments (Required) Working knowledge of desktop and laptop computers, and printers (Required) Able and willing to move, lift, or carry office materials weighing up to 25 lbs, with the skill, knowledge, and ability to do so safely (Required) Fluent in spoken and written Spanish (Required) Automobile with liability insurance, and willingness to use vehicle for reimbursed, job-related travel. (Preferred) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (Required) Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required) Demonstrated skill and ability to perform venous phlebotomy in California, current Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT1) (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered RX-Research Support Professionals Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Staff%20Research%20Associate%201%20(41049762)