Research Assistant Job at University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

  • University of California, San Francisco
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Description

This position is well suited for recent university graduates seeking structured full-time research experience prior to pursuing advanced training (e.g. MD PhD MPH or related programs). The role is entry-level in scope and provides close mentorship and supervision while offering a steep learning curve. The anticipated term for this position is two years. Responsibilities include supporting research projects byextracting organizing and interpreting data from various sources for problems of limited scope; working under supervision and in collaboration with data analysts and other collaborators on research design and presentations; performing literature searches (e.g. advanced PubMed) and synthesizing results concisely; assisting with interpretation and exploration of data; managingmultiple research projects simultaneously; drafting proofreading and submitting manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals; and writing and managing human subjects (Institutional Review Board) approvals within and outside of UCSF. The candidate will learn to use professional concepts to conduct and / or support analytical studies or projects and acquire skills to analyze issues and problems gather data and information find and evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.

Candidates should have a long-term interest in the field of health services research health economics public health and/or public policy. This role requires the ability to be intellectually curious detail-oriented and able to learn quickly manage multiple tasks and communicate clearly in writing. Successful candidates typically demonstrate exceptional academic performance and intellectual independence such as prior experience conducting original research projects completing an honors thesis or senior capstone or serving as a lead research assistant on a complex analytical project. The candidate must be self-directed and detail-oriented with preference for those with and a strong communicator in written and spoken English.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a brief cover letter describing their research interests prior analytical or research experience and long-term academic goals.

Responsibilities

See above.

Qualifications
Skills to learn organization-specific and other computer application programs. Req
Basic communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Req
Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality. Req
Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns. Req
Basic skills to analyze and research information and learn to synthesize large amounts of data with exquisite attention to detail. Req
Basic program and project management skills. Req
Ability to meet precise deadlines and be part of a fast-paced problem-solving team that works with minimum supervision and is extremely motivated Req

Technical proficiency in standard Microsoft Office Software and ability to learn data hosting service platform

Req

High integrity and strong work ethic

Req
Analytical abilities and familiarity with statistical software packages (e.g. R STATA or SAS etc.) Pref
Bachelors degreewith a major in a related field broadly defined (e.g. liberal arts economics public policy and/or pre-medical background) and / or equivalent experience / training. Req



Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

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