"Staff Research Associate II"

University of California Irvine
Staff Research Associate II

Req ID: 123242

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

UCI MIND is an Organized Research Unit focusing on basic and clinical research in the fields of brain aging and cognitive disorders. Our mission is to discover means to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. UCI MIND is committed to community education with the goals of keeping the community informed of our progress, sharing learnings that can help community members reduce their risk for dementia.

Your Role on the Team

Custom Scope Description (Job customizable, will be used in the job posting/advertisement):
Under the direction of Dr. Crystal M. Glover in the Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND), the SRA 2 will assist in the conduct of several research projects related to aging and study design, including the science of recruitment. The mission of Dr. Glover's Lab is to 1) facilitate rigorous study design in aging and dementia research; 2) examine decision making associated with complex and sensitive topics in older age; 3) elucidate barriers, facilitators, and strategies for research participation and study retention; 4) understand the experiences of dementia caregivers; and 5) investigate protective and risk factors of healthy aging.

The SRA 2 will be responsible for conducting research interviews, both remote and in person (either at the research center, in a community setting, or at a participant's home), with participants from various demographic backgrounds. The SRA 2 will collect, enter, and transcribe data. The SRA 2 will lead, organize and host events, both in the community and at UCI, to promote all studies under UCI MIND. The SRA 2 will develop and provide talks; and participate in outreach, recruitment, retention, and other study-related events. They will assist in the enrollment of participants into various research projects.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of social media platforms for recruitment and dissemination, including podcasting platforms and social media analytics platforms. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Organizational skills to maintain records and coordinate other tasks as required. Ability to understand data analysis and data analytics. Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and relevant software programs (e.g., data entry, word processing, podcast editing, artificial intelligence tools for marketing, spreadsheets, WordPress, design software). Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally, and in writing, with participants, staff, and supervisors. Ability to communicate effectively about task deadlines and ability to complete on time. Skilled in keeping accurate and timely records and excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, report to Principal Investigator/Supervisor on a regular basis and in a timely manner while managing competing demands / assignments / deadlines. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record. Proficient writing skills to prepare/compose/review a variety of materials with accuracy and completeness. Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of work efficiently and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Familiarity with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) to ensure confidentiality, privacy and security of patient information.
• Minimum two years of research experience carrying out behavioral interventions.

Preferred:

• Ability to speak publicly to large audiences about brain health and neurocognitive disorders (e.g., Alzheimer's disease). Fluency in English and at least one other language such as Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, or Vietnamese. Experience in REDCap and CanvaPro.

Special Conditions:

• Occasional weekend and evening hours for community events and participant research visits
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout Orange County for community-based research activities, outreach events, and participant home visits.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $30.15- $32.67 (Hourly).