Research Associate III - Health Equity, Dr. Tan Lab

Under general guidance, the Administrative Research Associate III works closely with the principal investigator (PI), providing technical and/or administrative support in large or multi-project oriented labs. May be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities, and provide administrative leadership, and/or technical expertise. May develop hypothesis and assist in planning steps for the investigative process. Will review and remain current on literature as it relates to clinical/research study.

Coordinates all lab and/or clinical activities, including but not limited to, budgetary/financial compliance, preparation of grant proposals, and creating independent presentations. Leads community-engaged research using both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Comfortable and familiar with working with sexual and gender minoritized (LGBT+) communities of color. Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skills, is a motivated self-starter, has strong writing and communication skills, and experienced in managing multiple projects and a dynamic research team. Interest in health equity research.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides miscellaneous clinical/research support (ad hoc data analysis, hypothesis development, programming, troubleshooting, etc.).
• Organizes clinical/research trials in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and sponsor and/or funding source.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with safety standards and procedures.
• Analyzes data and prepares scientific findings for publication as author or co-author.
• May make independent presentations.
• May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network.
• Leads and trains Research Lab Assistants, Research Fellow, lower level Research Associates, and other related support staff and may be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities.
• Orients new Research Fellows and/or Research Scientists to day-to-day lab operations and procedures.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent organization skills and very detail-oriented; learns new tasks quickly; self-motivated; works well independently with minimal supervision; works well with others, and able to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with peers, patients, physicians, and other customers of the medical center.
• Ability to research, develop and implement new laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of human resource and administration policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of budgetary requirements and policies.

• Bachelors in Science Related Field required.
• 3 years of Research laboratory experience required.

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree Psychology, Public Health, Liberal Arts, Sciences, or other related field
• 6 years of demonstrated ability in research specialty

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: HRC1466046

: Research Associate III - Health Equity, Dr. Tan Lab

: Cancer - Research Center Health Equity

: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

: Academic / Research

: Research Studies/ Clin Trial

: EXEMPT

: Day

: 8 hour

: $32.00 - $43.70

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