Research Associate II

at  Public Health Institute

POSTING NUMBER: #1927

POSITION TITLE: Research Associate II
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
LOCATION: Sacramento, CA ( Hybrid)
The Public Health Institute (PHI) is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting health, well-being, and quality of life for people throughout California, across the nation and around the world. As one of the largest and most comprehensive public health organizations in the nation, we are at the forefront of research and innovations to improve the efficacy of public health statewide, nationally, and internationally.
PHI was distinguished as one of the top 50 “Best Non-Profit Organizations to Work For” by the Non-Profit Times in a national search.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direction from the Research Scientist III (RSIII) in PHI’s Cancer Registry of Greater California (CRGC), the Research Associate II (RAII) will support short- and long-term research projects at CRGC’s Research Unit. This will include coordinating and assisting with routine research work including data collection efforts, management, and analysis. The RAII will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day data collection work is going per plan, identifying potential issues that may risk achieving project goals, and coming up with potential solutions to share with the study PI and the rest of the team for discussion. The RAII will also be involved with data management and analysis for research projects, and assist with the development of research protocols, technical documents and reports, as well as manuscripts and conference presentations.
This is a regular full-time hybrid position located in Sacramento, CA. This position is expected to work both remotely and in person in the Sacramento office as required. Some travel within and outside California for outreach research projects or other work activities may be required.
Full pay range for this position: $27.57 to $39.31 per hour. The typical hiring range for this position is from $27.57 (minimum) to $33.44 (midpoint) per hour. The starting wage is determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience in epidemiological or other relevant research work involving human subjects and data collection.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, epidemiology or quantitative field, or substitute with four additional years of related

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work with minimal error.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with study team as well as external researchers, facilities, and study participants.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in small groups.
• Ability to progress on several projects concurrently.
• Strong computer skills required with specific experience with Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, and some experience with statistical tools such as SAS, R, or SEER*Stat preferred.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred (bilingual).
• Ability to work remotely and in the Sacramento office as required.
• Ability to travel within and outside California for outreach research projects or other work activities as required.
• Must be able to pass the background check required for this position.

• Supports day-to-day routine of short and long-term research projects including recruitment of study participants, data collection, and other research-related efforts.
• Work with data collection team to ensure timely collection and processing of data and ensure quality of data collected.
• Contact treatment facilities and laboratories to request/verify information relevant for cancer surveillance or research projects including obtaining biospecimen and medical records.
• Obtain, process, and ensure quality of data collected.
• Assists with data cleaning, management and statistical analysis of registry data using tools such as SAS, R, and SEER*Stat.
• Prepares tables and figures using cancer data.
• Follows standard operating procedures, protocols, and quality controls as required in research projects.
• Conducts literature reviews and assists with the development of research protocols, technical documents and reports as well as manuscripts and conference presentations.
• Assists with response to data requests and data disclosures, effectively communicating with external researchers and community members.
• Work remotely and in the Sacramento office as required.
• Travel within and outside California for outreach research projects or other work activities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.