Part-Time Limited Staff Research Associate

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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At the UCI Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing, we dedicate ourselves to the education of nursing professionals who improve patient care and promote community and population health, locally and globally, and we strive to produce leaders in research, education, and clinical practice who will champion collaborative, compassionate, and interdisciplinary evidence-based practice.

Firmly committed to inclusive excellence, we are preparing nurse scholars who advance the science that guides practice, and we are preparing future faculty and policy specialists who educate our students to address the growing, aging, and increasingly diverse population of California and the nation. The academic programs that the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing offers include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Science, a Master of Science in Nursing Science, a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing Science.

Under the supervision of Dr. Nancy Pike and her multi-institutional research team, the Staff Research Associate (SRA) will apply established procedures to address grant or research project objectives. Follow standard practices in psychosocial and neurocognitive assessments in human subjects research and will receive detailed training and instructions on all assignments.

The Staff Research Associate (SRA) will closely work with the primary Principal Investigator (PI) Dr. Pike and will oversee all research activities but not limited to: (1) assisting with research protocol development, (2) assisting research participant recruitment with PI (3) collecting research data via hospital or clinic records, and online platforms, (4) maintaining records [paper / electronic] and databases [Excel or SPSS], (5) outcome dissemination (analysis, writing abstracts, manuscripts, and grant proposals) and (6) providing general administrative support and other duties as assigned (IRB, ordering supplies). The SRA must be able to work independently and as part of a neuroimaging research team at UCLA. Must have a car and be able to drive for occasional Saturday or Sunday research activities / testing. The position will be based in the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Pike's research aims to improve psychosocial and neurocognitive outcomes in adolescents and adult with chronic medical conditions, in particular, congenital and acquired heart disease and health equity.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required, including high fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish.

Required:

• Bilingual in English/Spanish with high fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow-through on assignments as part of a multi-institutional research team.
• Ability to interact with people in various social, cultural, economic and educational background.
• Ability to maintain IRB CITI training and assist with IRB annual reviews and new research applications.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing/email.
• Demonstrated skills in excellent time management.
• Strong attention to detail. Ability to establish and maintain study files and records [paper and electronic] and ordering study supplies.
• Ability to properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well-organized reports, summaries, and correspondence.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in related field (e.g., nursing, social work, public health, psychology, sociology, biology).
• 1-3 years' experience in human subject research with recruitment / screening and biobehavioral / cognitive testing (e.g., youth, young adults with chronic medical conditions with functional or cognitive disabilities, and caregiver / parent interaction).

Preferred:

• Ability to assist faculty, students, and researchers with study questions or procedures.
• Demonstrate skills in the use of REDcap, Question Pro or other survey platforms, and large dataset maintenance in Excel or SPSS.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.