UC San Diego
Clinical Research Assistant - TP137415
UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Job Title Clinical Research Assistant – #TP137415
Employment Details
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A M – 4:30 P M
Schedule Type: 8‑hour shifts
Appointment Type: Temp (100 % of full time)
Payroll Title: LAB AST 2
Union: TX Contract
Hiring Pay Scale: $25.00 /hour
Department: Temporary Employment Services
Location: Greenwich Drive – 100 % on site
Total Openings: 1
Assignment Details
Duration: 3–4 months
Compensation & Benefits: $25.00 /hour; eligible for mid‑level medical benefits, vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A M – 4:30 P M
Location: 100 % on site
Description The lab focuses on identifying genetic and lifestyle risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and developing innovative interventions for improving brain and cognitive health in older adults. Using a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and neuroimaging techniques, our primary goal is Alzheimer’s prevention.
The Clinical Research Assistant will be responsible for participant recruitment, outreach to the community, participant education, screening, enrollment, scheduling, and study visit assessments. The assistant will also assist with interacting with participants who are undergoing physical activity and virtual reality experiences during lab‑based training visits, ensuring comfort and safety.
The assistant will support database creation, maintenance, and updates; assist with daily procedures related to analyses for publication and presentation preparation; help create recruitment materials; act as a liaison with other UCSD departments and agencies; provide education to the general public regarding the ongoing clinical trial; and perform other project and miscellaneous duties as required.
Qualifications
Theoretical knowledge of psychology (bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
Knowledge of clinical neuroscience and cognitive neuroscience, especially in patients with cognitive impairment.
Strong experience with computers (personal & Macintosh), Linux OS, Adobe, and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word).
Excellent record keeping, database management, detail‑oriented, logical, methodological approach to problem solving.
Strong process orientation and administrative/organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments, maintain workflow, and meet critical deadlines.
Demonstrated knowledge of human subject research policies, federal regulations, IRB, and sponsored research requirements.
Ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and seek guidance when appropriate.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of participant information and knowledge of mandated reporting procedures.
Experience recruiting underserved communities (or related experience).
Experience collecting, coding, and scoring data using computerized measures per study protocol.
Experience conducting online and phone screens of participants.
Experience administering neurocognitive and behavioral assessments.
Experience conducting detailed clinical interviews.
Prior experience in a clinical research setting.
Proven interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English.
Special Conditions
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and occupational health clearance.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Reliable transportation required.
100 % on‑site position.
Pay Transparency Act Annual full pay range: $48,295 – $56,794 (prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly equivalent: $23.13 – $27.20. Factors considered include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.
Additional Information Health and Vaccination
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with the Policy on Vaccination Programs.
Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
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Job Title Clinical Research Assistant – #TP137415
Employment Details
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A M – 4:30 P M
Schedule Type: 8‑hour shifts
Appointment Type: Temp (100 % of full time)
Payroll Title: LAB AST 2
Union: TX Contract
Hiring Pay Scale: $25.00 /hour
Department: Temporary Employment Services
Location: Greenwich Drive – 100 % on site
Total Openings: 1
Assignment Details
Duration: 3–4 months
Compensation & Benefits: $25.00 /hour; eligible for mid‑level medical benefits, vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 A M – 4:30 P M
Location: 100 % on site
Description The lab focuses on identifying genetic and lifestyle risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and developing innovative interventions for improving brain and cognitive health in older adults. Using a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and neuroimaging techniques, our primary goal is Alzheimer’s prevention.
The Clinical Research Assistant will be responsible for participant recruitment, outreach to the community, participant education, screening, enrollment, scheduling, and study visit assessments. The assistant will also assist with interacting with participants who are undergoing physical activity and virtual reality experiences during lab‑based training visits, ensuring comfort and safety.
The assistant will support database creation, maintenance, and updates; assist with daily procedures related to analyses for publication and presentation preparation; help create recruitment materials; act as a liaison with other UCSD departments and agencies; provide education to the general public regarding the ongoing clinical trial; and perform other project and miscellaneous duties as required.
Qualifications
Theoretical knowledge of psychology (bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
Knowledge of clinical neuroscience and cognitive neuroscience, especially in patients with cognitive impairment.
Strong experience with computers (personal & Macintosh), Linux OS, Adobe, and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word).
Excellent record keeping, database management, detail‑oriented, logical, methodological approach to problem solving.
Strong process orientation and administrative/organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments, maintain workflow, and meet critical deadlines.
Demonstrated knowledge of human subject research policies, federal regulations, IRB, and sponsored research requirements.
Ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and seek guidance when appropriate.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of participant information and knowledge of mandated reporting procedures.
Experience recruiting underserved communities (or related experience).
Experience collecting, coding, and scoring data using computerized measures per study protocol.
Experience conducting online and phone screens of participants.
Experience administering neurocognitive and behavioral assessments.
Experience conducting detailed clinical interviews.
Prior experience in a clinical research setting.
Proven interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English.
Special Conditions
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and occupational health clearance.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Reliable transportation required.
100 % on‑site position.
Pay Transparency Act Annual full pay range: $48,295 – $56,794 (prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly equivalent: $23.13 – $27.20. Factors considered include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.
Additional Information Health and Vaccination
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with the Policy on Vaccination Programs.
Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
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