Research Associate I

Description: Coordinates small scale project(s) e.g., less than one year, under 100k annually. Works under general supervision. Final review required for each phase of assignment. Essential Functions: Coordinates recruitment of participants and develops information packets for the participants. Monitors and tracks participant progress throughout the project and provides follow-up as needed. Assists with development of research instruments. Trains research assistants. Edits and manipulates data; performs data manipulation to produce progress reports including basic statistical analyses. Maintains project records&reports. Reviews literature relating to research project. May conduct detailed, complex in-person or telephone interviews. May be responsible for data quality assurance. May coordinate small scale research projects. Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Secondary Functions: This is for one year. Continuation is contingent upon contract/grant funding. Must have own car, valid driver's license and willing to travel throughout Greater Sacramento Area daily with periodic travel to downtown Oakland. Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum one (1) year of experience in one or more of the technical areas required - Professional certification (e.g., RN, RHIT, RD, etc.) may substitute for two (2) years of experience. Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. Licenses, Certifications, Registrations N/A. Additional Requirements: Experience with interviewing & chart review. Basic knowledge of questionnaire design&simple data analysis & interpretation. Knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet design, & database applications. Familiar with medical terminology. Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in public health, health care administration, epidemiology or other related field preferred, OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field preferred. Primary Location: California,Sacramento,S. Sacramento Medical Offices 1 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Thu Working Hours Start: 09:00 AM Working Hours End: 05:30 PM Job Schedule: Part-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-NCAL-09 NUE Non Union Employee Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Oakland Reg - 2000 Broadway - RI Medical Records_Recharge - 0201 Pay Range: $31320 - $40458 Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Load More Expected Employee Conduct > Share This Job