Research Associate III, Community Healthcare LGBTQ+ - West Hollywood, United States - Cedars-Sinai

Description

Job Description

Under general guidance, the Administrative Research Associate III works closely with the principal investigator (PI), providing technical and/or administrative support in large or multi-project oriented labs. May be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities, and provide administrative leadership, and/or technical expertise. May develop hypothesis and assist in planning steps for the investigative process. Will review and remain current on literature as it relates to clinical/research study.

Coordinates all lab and/or clinical activities, including but not limited to, budgetary/financial compliance, preparation of grant proposals, and creating independent presentations. Leads community-engaged research using both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Comfortable and familiar with working with sexual and gender minoritized (LGBT+) communities of color. Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skills, is a motivated self-starter, has strong writing and communication skills, and experienced in managing multiple projects and a dynamic research team. Interest in health equity research.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provides miscellaneous clinical/research support (ad hoc data analysis, hypothesis development, programming, troubleshooting, etc.).

Organizes clinical/research trials in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and sponsor and/or funding source.

Monitors and ensures compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Analyzes data and prepares scientific findings for publication as author or co-author.

May make independent presentations.

May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network.

Leads and trains Research Lab Assistants, Research Fellow, lower level Research Associates, and other related support staff and may be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities.

Orients new Research Fellows and/or Research Scientists to day-to-day lab operations and procedures.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PowerPoint).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent organization skills and very detail-oriented; learns new tasks quickly; self-motivated; works well independently with minimal supervision; works well with others, and able to multitask.

Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with peers, patients, physicians, and other customers of the medical center.

Ability to research, develop and implement new laboratory procedures and protocols.

Knowledge of human resource and administration policies and procedures.

Knowledge of budgetary requirements and policies.

Qualifications

Requirements

Bachelors in Science Related Field required.

4 years of Research laboratory experience required.

Preferred Requirements

Master's or Doctoral Degree Psychology, Public Health, Liberal Arts, Sciences, or other related field

2 years of demonstrated ability in research specialty

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Req ID : HRC1466046
Working Title : Research Associate III, Community Healthcare LGBTQ+
Department : Cancer - Research Center Health Equity
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $ $43.70