Research Scientist

Company: UC San Diego
Location: Oakland
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

Research Scientist - 118943Job Description Extended Review Date: Thu 12/29/2022 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. For the safety and well-being of the entire university community, the University of California requires, with few exceptions, that all students, faculty and staff be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus and influenza before they will be allowed on campus or in a facility or office. For more information visit: / UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/26/2022 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 10/06/2022. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Placement within the range is determined by internal equity, relevant qualifications, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).DESCRIPTIONThe Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) at UC San Diego was established in 1977 and became a full academic department at the University in 2013. With over 80 full-time faculty, the UCSD Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) provides care for nearly 150,000 patients annually at three Emergency Departments - level 1 trauma center, NIH Cancer Center, and rural critical access hospital. The Department has robust programs in education, clinical training, and research. Most recently, the Senior Emergency Care Unit (SECU) at the La Jolla ED received the first tier one accreditation by the American Academy of Emergency Physicians in the western United States.Under general direction, the Staff Research Associate will support DEM Research efforts by coordinating and working on multiple studies and projects. They will maintain ongoing direct contact with multiple PIs, other faculty co-investigators, and support staff across departments and institutions to ensure the successful completion of projects. Incumbent acts as a critical member of the research team, providing original ideas of importance to study planning, development, study design, project management, study implementation and conduct. Incumbent will also assist with grant writing and will author and coauthor scientific presentations and manuscripts. Additional support efforts will include conducting interventions and data collection activities as specified by research protocols, maintain accurate records, prepare study-related reports, manage submissions to UCSD's Institutional Review Board, maintain relevant databases and will perform intermediate to advanced statistical analysis and interpretation. They will also lead in the developments and implementation of ED-based telehealth projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced theoretical knowledge and/or preferably Master's Degree and experience in health services, healthcare informatics, and clinical research.
• Proven ability to contribute original ideas in the development of study aims, study design, measurement selection and required study implementation. Experience performing clinical research duties in a clinical research environment such as an academic research institution and/or a research hospital.
• Demonstrated experience writing and submitting grant proposals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience summarizing and presenting data in formal and informal settings.
• Demonstrated organizational and management skills.
• Demonstrated experience writing scientific manuscripts for scholarly publications.
• Demonstrated experience with all aspects of research projects and clinical trials.
• Demonstrated experience with research design and analysis considerations for scientific evaluations.
• Demonstrated experience manipulating raw data and applying advanced statistical practices to provide meaningful information.
• Demonstrated experience with processing blood and urine samples for testing.
• Working knowledge of medical and scientific terminology.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, interdisciplinary clinical research studies.
• Demonstrated experience in research protocol procedures, including: study feasibility, study activation and IRB processes, and qualification procedures.
• Proven leadership, strategic planning, and management skills necessary to oversee all phases of research projects. Strong problem solving and decision-making skills, and the ability to use independent judgement and respond effectively to unexpected events or changes with innovative solutions.
• Proven experience conducting subject recruitment in a clinical setting, including obtaining informed consent and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proven ability to organize, interpret, evaluate and present research findings in a variety of formats, including scientific manuscripts, grant proposals, oral presentations, posters, and popular media.
• Demonstrated experience using SPSS Statistics and a working knowledge of SQL.SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
  • Must be available for working according to variable schedules including occasional weekends.
  • Must be willing to work occasional overtime and/or flexible hours.
  • Must have a valid driver's License and vehicle insurance with access to reliable transportation.
  • Must be willing to travel off-site.Pay Transparency Act Full Salary Range: $62,324 - $100,220 AnnuallyThe University of California, San Diego is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position defined as the Expected Pay Scale. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity, relevant qualifications, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit . UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you! Payroll Title: SRA 3 Department: EMERGENCY MEDICINE Hiring Salary Range $62,324.27 - $100,219.50/Year Worksite: Hillcrest Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday XShare This PageResearch Scientist - 118943Share link. Copy this URL: Email DirectYour email has been sent! - Posted: 12/15/2022Job Reference #: 118943

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