Project Specialist

The Department of Population and Public Health Sciences is in search of bilingual (English/Korean), dependable, flexible, and detail-oriented individual is needed to join a research team at the University of Southern California to participate in a new research study called the "Koreans Act against Cancer and Tobacco (K-ACT)". The study is investigating the roles of tobacco use and Helicobacter infection in gastric cancer prevention among Korean American families.

Employment involves (1) establishing and maintaining contact with community partners; (2) assisting in development of study design and study materials; (3) conducting participant recruitment and interviews in English and Korean collecting biological specimens from participants; (4) running basic laboratory equipment assessing Helicobacter infection; (5) entering data into databases; (6) conducting basic statistical analyses to summarize study progress and results; (7) providing project support to the research study and the study staff personnel and faculty investigators; (8) supervise student research assistants and student workers to conduct research activities. Excellent Korean writing and speaking skills are required. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational capabilities, superb problem-solving skills, and a demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks. Flexible working hours including evenings and weekends may be needed. Prior experience in a research environment is preferred. Bachelor's degree in a health-related field is preferred.

The hourly rate range for this position is $29.40 - $36.92. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree
Additional Education Requirements
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience:
2 years
Minimum Skills:
Directly related education and experience to be able to advise on project procedures and analysis techniques.
Preferred Education:
Master's degree
Preferred Experience:
3 years