New

Research Assistant

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
USD $26.92/Hr. - USD $50.86/Hr.
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 20, 2025
Department Summary The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings. Position Summary Looking for a motivated and passionate Research Assistant to join the Center for LGBTQ Research, Advocacy, and Health at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. In this role, you'll support innovative studies focused on HIV prevention, PrEP uptake, and stimulant use reduction by assisting with participant recruitment, enrollment, and data collection for randomized controlled trials. You'll collaborate with community partners, help maintain study protocols, and contribute to publications, grant writing, and conference presentations. This position is ideal for individuals dedicated to LGBTQ+ health, behavioral research, and health equity who want hands-on experience in a dynamic academic research setting. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications* Experience conducting human subjects research (Preferred) Experience with REDCap database software (Preferred) Experience with HIV risk reduction (Preferred) Experience working in an ethnically, culturally, and racially diverse environment (Preferred) Bilingual (English and Spanish) (Preferred) Familiarity and comfort working with diverse groups of individuals including but not limited to people living with HIV, people who identify as LGBTQ, people who engage in sex work, and people who use substances (Required) Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for assignments and deadlines and to work as part of a team (Required) Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize (Required) Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) (Required) Willingness to travel to recruitment sites in the greater Los Angeles area regularly for recruitment and study visits (Required) Reliable transportation (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in social science research or related field (Preferred) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Project%20and%20Policy%20Analyst%201%20(TBD_189891)