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assistant research adminstrator

UCLA Health

<div><div>Description
The Clinical Research Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and clinical support to a research laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator. Responsibilities include managing laboratory resources, handling biological specimens, maintaining confidential records, coordinating research documentation, and supporting day-to-day lab operations. The role also involves facilitating communication between clinical and research teams, assisting with sponsor visits, and ensuring compliance with institutional protocols. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic research environment. 
Hourly Salary Range: $27.54 - $33.13 (Effective 07-06-2026)</div><div> 
Qualifications
Required:<ul><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with campus departments and the public</li><li>
Ability to prioritize workload and ensure confidentiality</li><li>
Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office and lab equipment</li><li>
Ability to answer incoming calls and take appropriate and detailed messages</li><li>
Ability to file accurately in both alphabetical and numerical sequence</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to shift priorities to meet deadlines</li><li>
Skills in performing duties with frequent interruptions and/or distractions</li><li>
Ability to work in more than one environment, traveling to various clinic sites, meetings, conferences, etc.</li><li>
Ability to compose correspondence, prepare logs, and complete research forms/documents using clear and concise English grammar, Ability to compose letters and memos using clear and concise English grammar</li><li>
Ability to work with a high level of accuracy especially when preparing lab specimens for shipment and/or delivery to clinical research laboratories</li><li>
Ability to lift/push/pull equipment such as fax machine, computers, large amounts of documents and boxes. Replace large water bottle on water cooler as needed. Ability to lift/push/pull up to approximately 50 lbs.</li><li>
Familiar with medical terminology and a strong understanding of the delivery of medical care.</li><li>
Ability to perform additional duties, tasks, special projects as needed by the Supervisor and the Division Manager.</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience</li><li>
Minimum 1 year of related experience</li></ul></div></div>

Clinical Research Assistant - Hematology/Oncology

Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP

<div>Musick Peeler is seeking a Legal Research and Resource Analyst in our Los Angeles office. This position is a full-time, non-exempt, and hybrid position. After 90 days on-site, this position becomes eligible to work remotely two days a week. 
The Legal Research and Resource Analyst will provide legal research and support to attorneys and legal support staff firmwide. This includes analyzing case law, statutes, regulations, and judicial decisions to produce risk assessments and research feedback for attorneys. This also includes locating information and documents from publicly available sources, internal information sources and subscription services. This position will assist with the negotiation of library material contracts and online and print subscription renewals, together with the maintenance of firm resource research accounts and tracking vendor invoices. 
Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Conduct investigative non-interpretive research, legal research regarding case law, statutes and regulations, company research, expert research, litigation history, legal forms, and verdict searches by utilizing the appropriate mix of the firm's external and internal legal, business, and news resources.</li><li>
Monitor and route complaints filed against firm clients from Courthouse News by use of dingers.</li><li>
Monitor dockets in various courts for developments requested by attorneys.</li><li>
Monitor RFPs from BidsUSA, BidSync and FindRFP.com. Work with and provide supporting documents to the Director of Administration.</li><li>
Develop and provide presentations to attorney practice groups, and other departments on research tools and current developments. Periodically travel to regional offices regarding same.</li><li>
Work with practice group leaders and Director of Administration regarding library material needs.</li><li>
Conduct training on research resources and research techniques with attorneys and paralegals firmwide.</li><li>
Provide orientation and onboarding training programs for attorneys and paralegals.</li><li>
Obtain interlibrary loans from other firms, L.A. Law Library, Los Angeles Public Library, or UCLA Libraries, as needed.</li><li>
Negotiate and maintain contracts with all major research vendors&mdash;including Thomson Reuters (Westlaw), LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, and other subscription services&mdash;regarding online platforms and print library maintenance agreements, in collaboration with the Director of Administration.</li><li>
Be the contact person for the customer service representatives for library vendors.</li><li>
Oversee receipt of new library items, track vendor accounts and costs, handle renewal of subscriptions, and approve vendor invoices. Work together with the Director of Administration regarding same.</li><li>
Monitor various legal, industry, or subject topics to keep up to date on industry current trends and best practices. Keep up with new developments, technologies, innovations, and products in the fields of legal and business research.</li><li>
Evaluate and stay current on AI-powered research and legal technology tools; advise on their potential integration into firm workflows and train attorneys and staff on their appropriate use.</li><li>
Maintain a thorough understanding of the scope, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness of the firm's various research resources and select the most relevant tools for any given request.</li><li>
Maintain research resources and library inventory.</li><li>
Work on special projects as assigned.</li></ul> 
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:<ul><li>
Master's Degree in Library Science and/or JD degree is preferred, or 5 years' relevant experience in a law firm environment (legal research); or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Experience with standard legal resources, such as Lexis, Westlaw, Law360, Accurint, PeopleMap, Business Credit Reports, DataTree, and other related research subscription services.</li><li>
Familiarity with AI-assisted legal research tools (experience with CoCounsel by Thomson Reuters is preferred) and demonstrated ability to assess their accuracy, limitations, and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with software applications and integrated library systems.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and detail.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Keen interest in technology and innovation, including emerging AI tools and their application to legal and business research.</li><li>
Strong organization skills, adept at multi-tasking and prioritization.</li><li>
Service-oriented, team player, with initiative and proactive mindset.</li></ul> 
Benefits/Compensation:
Competitive benefits package that includes paid vacation and sick leave, paid firm holidays, paid medical/ dental/ vision, 401(k), Group Life Ins., LTD, LTC option, Flexible Spending Account, paid parking or trave allowance, and a professional working environment. Salary range for this position is $105K - $120K DOE. 
Firm Information:
Please visit www.musickpeeler.com for more detailed information about our firm. 
Musick, Peeler &amp; Garrett LLP provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin, sex or any other applicable category protected by state and/or federal laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Musick, Peeler &amp; Garrett LLP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the firm has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, retention, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, and compensation.</div>

Resource Research Analyst

University of Southern California

<div>The Department of Radiology at the University of Southern California is seeking a highly motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented individual to join a dynamic research team supporting quantitative imaging research study. The selected candidate will play a key role in study operations, including maintaining ongoing communication with enrolled participants, coordinating and scheduling study visits, conducting interviews, and ensuring accurate data entry and management within study databases. The individual will also provide essential administrative and operational support to research staff and faculty investigators.
Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong interpersonal and interviewing skills, including the ability to build rapport with diverse populations while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to research protocols. Additional qualifications include strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively. Experience with data collection tools, human subjects research, and cultural competency is highly desirable. Prior experience in a research setting is preferred. This is a grant-funded position.
Work Location
This position is on-site and employee must report to work at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA when scheduled.
Compensation
The hourly rate range for this position is $23.35 - $26.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Administrative or research experience. Working knowledge of MS Office applications. Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. 

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months Minimum Field of Expertise: Knowledge of data collection procedures and some experience with data analysis. Excellent interpersonal skills needed for interaction with participants.</div>

Research Project Interviewer

<div><div>Description
The Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology is seeking a Staff Research Associate I to join its preclinical imaging research team. In this role, you will support innovative biomedical research by performing small-animal imaging procedures using PET, CT, SPECT, MRI, and optical imaging technologies, conducting ex vivo sample analyses, and independently managing data collection and analysis. The position also plays a key role in maintaining laboratory operations through inventory management and procurement of research supplies, while providing imaging and safety training to new users. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced imaging technologies in a collaborative, research-focused environment.
Hourly range: $28.69-$34.21</div><div>
Qualifications
Required:
<ul><li>
Basic understanding of biology and animal physiology.
</li><li>Basic knowledge of research lab safety and regulations.</li><li>
Organized and detail-oriented; maintains up-to-date, accurate and organized schedules and records on a timely basis.</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, postdocs, and students about basic imaging theory, techniques and protocols.</li><li>
Ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.</li><li>
Experienced in working with small animals.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and troubleshoot scheduling conflicts, etc.</li><li>
Skilled at writing reports and working with spreadsheets, databases, and email.</li><li>
Ability to follow directions and to both work independently and to work well with a team when needed
</li><li>Knowledge of Radiation Safety requirements.</li></ul></div></div>

Staff Research Associate 1

<div>USC Department of Surgery is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Level 1 (RC1). Working directly under the supervision of the Research Coordinator Manager, the RC1 will work with the study team and the assigned Principal Investigator to enroll in and conduct clinical research.
The successful candidate will be motivated, proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to be decisive and adaptable. Candidates should have experience with clinical research and navigating medical records.
Essential job duties include, but are not limited to:
<ul><li>Working with study sponsors to complete all required data reporting</li><li>
Working with Investigators to identify potential study participants</li><li>
Enrollment of potential study participants</li><li>
Reviewing participant medical records</li><li>
Working with Investigators to identify and report adverse events</li><li>
Arrange study required clinic visits, laboratory testing and imaging</li><li>
Attend Surgical Research Unit meetings</li><li>
Maintain study documents as required by each study</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
One year of more of clinical research experience is desired but not absolutely necessary if applicant has other qualifications in the health care industry that may be compatible with this position.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience in a complex medical or academic development setting encouraged.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills &ndash; both written and verbal.</li><li>
Comfortable interfacing with highest level of university leadership and university supporters/volunteers.</li><li>
Demonstrated affinity for diplomacy and the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships at all levels.</li><li>
Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.</li><li>
Ability to multi-task effectively and demonstrate strong organizational skills.</li><li>
Sound judgment and decision making</li><li>
A cooperative and team-oriented attitude</li><li>
Effective facilitator in various settings</li></ul>
Follows established USC and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan.
This position is predominantly on site with the ability to have one day a week work from home if approved by the Manager. Employee must report to work at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA when scheduled. Work hours and on-site days may be subject to change depending on business needs.
The hourly rate range for this position is $32.01-$33.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations 
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Administrative or research experience. Working knowledge of MS Office applications. Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.</div>

Research Coordinator I

Capital Group

<div>&ldquo;I can be myself at work.&rdquo;
You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness&mdash;and we&rsquo;re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace.
We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community. 
&ldquo;I can influence my income.&rdquo; 
You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You&rsquo;ll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses. 
&ldquo;I can lead a full life.&rdquo; 
You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you&rsquo;re raising a family, you&rsquo;re passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we&rsquo;ll give you the resources that can set you up for success.<ul><li>
Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options</li><li>
Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love</li><li>
Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones</li></ul>
&ldquo;I can succeed as a Quantitative Research Associate at Capital Group&rdquo;
As a member of the Quantitative Research and Analytics group (QRA) at Capital Group (CG), you conduct rigorous peer-reviewed quantitative research and analysis. You leverage your knowledge of portfolio optimization, trading strategies and portfolio analysis to develop effective systematic strategies for portfolio construction and replication. You enjoy a balance of collaborative problem-solving, individual exploration, and continuous learning.
You effectively communicate concepts and conclusions from quantitative analysis to investors, partner groups, and internal governance bodies. You identify and communicate the factors driving returns in systematic portfolios.
In this role you will:<ul><li>
Deliver high-impact research on portfolio construction and optimization.</li><li>
Develop and maintain relevant quantitative models and frameworks.</li><li>
Partner with QRA leadership, Portfolio Strategy Management leadership, and Investment Group associates to understand and execute on quantitative research and analytical priorities.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with members of the QRA team in a rigorous peer-reviewed approach to quantitative research and support the team with portfolio optimization expertise.</li><li>
Respond to deadline-driven requests requiring quantitative analysis.</li><li>
Participate in the ongoing development of quantitative research processes at CG.</li><li>
Communicate results and recommendations in a form that meets the needs of the listener.</li><li>
Help develop computing environments to support research and research-driven processes in a collaborative research environment.</li></ul>
&rdquo;I am the person Capital Group is looking for&rdquo;<ul><li>
You have advanced knowledge of optimization methods (including convex, non-linear, and integer programming) and systematic portfolio construction methods, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.</li><li>
You have excellent systems and computer skills, including demonstrable expertise with quantitative programming languages (e.g., Python, Julia, or R) and with optimization software (e.g. Gurobi or Mosek)</li><li>
You have at a minimum a basic knowledge of fundamental research, econometrics and modern financial economic theory: e.g. asset pricing, portfolio theory, factor risk models, and machine learning.</li><li>
You have excellent quantitative research skills, as evidenced by an advanced degree (MFE, MSc, PhD) in a mathematically robust discipline (e.g., mathematics, economics, operations research) or equivalent experience.</li><li>
You exhibit advanced communication skills &ndash; the ability to synthesize issues into solutions, translate complex concepts into simple language, and engage across different audiences.</li></ul><ul><li>
You are self-motivated, take initiative, and demonstrate commitment to continuously improve skills and self.</li><li>
You are curious about financial markets, optimization and portfolio construction, and are always learning something new.</li></ul>
&ldquo;I can apply in less than 4 minutes.&rdquo; 
You&rsquo;ve reviewed this job posting and you&rsquo;re ready to start the candidate journey with us. Apply now to move to the next step in our recruiting process. If this role isn&rsquo;t what you&rsquo;re looking for, check out our other opportunities and join our talent community. 
&ldquo;I can learn more about Capital Group.&rdquo; 
At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That&rsquo;s why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people&rsquo;s lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 9,000 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day. Find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Glassdoor.&lrm;
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In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital&rsquo;s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.
You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.<ul><li>Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.</li></ul> 
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.</div>

Quantitative Research Associate - Systematic Portfolio Construction

Irvine Clinical Research

<div>
 Irvine Clinical Research, a research site specializing in late phase CNS clinical trials, is seeking applicants for a Clinical Scientist in our enrollment core. The clinical scientist will work on prescreening and screening potential candidates for outpatient Phase II/III clinical trials in Neurology and Psychiatry. Study participants are generally adults with concerns about memory (e.g. MCI and Early-Mild AD), although our site also conducts research on drugs to treat depression and other illnesses.
 
 
 
 Job Duties
 
 
 
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 Assess potential and returning study participants using clinical judgement as well as psychological, neurological, and psychiatric clinical rating scales
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 Conduct clinical interviews to collect psychological/medical information and to effectively screen potential participants for appropriate research opportunities at our centers
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 Educate participants about the potential benefits and risks of our clinical trials through the informed consent process and outreach events
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 Communicate with investigators, coordinators, and study teams about participants
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 Assist with scientific initiatives, study operations, and participant enrollment as needed
 
 
 
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 Job Requirements
 
 
 
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 MA/MS/MSW/PhD/PsyD in psychology, neuroscience, or related field
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 Experience with cognitive assessments and/or experience working with older adults with memory concerns, Mild Cognitive Impairment, or Early/Mild/Moderate Alzheimer&rsquo;s Disease
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 A command of professional spoken and written English
 
 
 
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 The starting salary for this position is approximately $85,000 per year. Higher salary is negotiable with candidates who have experience with Psychometrician / Psychological Rater experience in pharmaceutical clinical trials.
 
 
 This is a full-time employment position based in-person at one of our clinics.
 
 
 The company pays for 100% of health/dental/vision individual insurance costs for eligible full-time employees. Vacation (PTO) is earned at a rate of 3 weeks per year.
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Clinical Scientist/Neuropsychological Rater

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