staff research associate

UCLA Health

<div><div><b>Description</b><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
The Semel Institute is seeking a Staff Research Associate I to provide laboratory and clinical research support for ongoing studies. Primary responsibilities include entering and maintaining research data, assisting with participant recruitment, conducting study screening interviews in person and/or remotely via phone or Zoom, and supporting the informed consent process for study participants. The incumbent will also assist participants with completion of questionnaires and assessments, conduct structured diagnostic interviews under supervision, and support study coordination activities.</p>
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Additional duties include assisting with IRB submissions, manuscript preparation, data cleaning and analysis, and coordinating online manuscript submissions. The selected candidate will work closely with the research team to support day-to-day study operations and ensure accurate and timely completion of research activities.</p><p>
Hourly range: $28.69-$34.21</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><p></p><p>
Required:</p><ul><li>
Ability to coordinate data collection and data entry for research studies.</li><li>
Ability to interact appropriately and congenially with all staff, faculty, students, patients and the public at all times.</li><li>
Ability to schedule patient and administrative appointments accurately.</li><li>
Skill at prioritizing assignments and ability to work concurrently on several projects.</li><li>
Ability to function effectively with several interruptions.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal direction</li><li>
High level ability in the use of a PC using all Windows applications.</li><li>
Ability to enter data and manage research data base.</li><li>
Ability in the use of SPSS.</li><li>
Skill in maintaining organized filing systems.</li><li>
Skill in editing reports, correspondence, manuals, etc., for grammar and punctuation.</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidentiality in the strictest sense.</li><li>
Skill in maintaining accurate timekeeping.</li><li>
Familiarity with child and adolescent psychiatric disorders.</li><li>
BA preferred</li></ul></div></div>

Staff Research Associate 1

UC San Diego Health

<div><div>East Campus Office Building (ECOB)
<br>
9444 Medical Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92037, United States
</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Payroll Title:</div>
SRA 1
<div>Department:</div>
PSYCHIATRY
<div>Hiring Pay Scale</div>
$28.69 - $34.22 / Hour
<div>Worksite:</div>
East Campus (La Jolla)
<div>Appointment Type:</div>
Career
<div>Appointment Percent:</div>
100%
<div>Union:</div>
RX Contract
<div>Total Openings:</div>
1
<div>Work Schedule:</div>
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday
</div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>#139228 Alzheimer Staff Research Associate</b></h2>
<b>Filing Deadline: Fri 4/24/2026</b></div><div>
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<b>UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.</b><br>
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</div><div><div><p><i>UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment</i>: Apply by 04/15/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.</p>
<p><i>Reassignment Applicants</i>: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.</p></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
DESCRIPTION</b></h1><p>
UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees.</p><p>
Under supervision, the incumbent will work as a Staff Research Associate 1 assisting the multiple principal investigators (MPIs) with multiple studies on Alzheimer's disease using neuroimaging, neuropsychological assessment, and structured interviews within the Department of Psychiatry. The incumbent will spend entire sessions with research participants (older adults). Primary responsibilities include participant enrollment contacts; acquiring and processing of MRI data as well as administering and scoring of comprehensive neuropsychological test batteries; database management; coordinating and training undergraduate volunteer research assistants in data entry, neuropsychological test scoring, and other lab tasks; developing and amending study protocol documents; and assistance with data analysis. The incumbent will also provide research administrative assistance as well as perform computer and office duties such as preparing, organizing, and maintaining project testing materials and grant submissions and manuscript preparation respectively. Duties also include obtaining informed consent/HIPAA; collecting, scoring, and uploading study data; and enrolling participants and scheduling study participant appointments. General lab assistance duties including maintaining equipment and supplies and preparing data collection packets. Assist with other project and miscellaneous duties as required.</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></h1><ul><li><p>
Theoretical knowledge in Psychology or related field.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated proficiency in neuropsychological test administration and scoring.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience administering detailed structured interviews including socioeconomic status, academic achievement, medical history, and current/past substance use information.</p></li><li><p>
Previous experience in a research setting involving older adults.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively work as a team with other staff members and faculty, and to recruit, test, and motivate research subjects.</p></li><li><p>
Strong computing skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database software (SPSS).</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Linux in order to process neuroimaging data.</p></li><li><p>
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) needed to interact professionally and effectively in the work environment, including ability to conduct psychosocial interventions and assessment of research participants.
</p></li><li><p>Effective and diplomatic oral and written communication and interpersonal skills and ability to develop collaborations and professional relationships between research staff and community agencies serving older adults.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to use tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality in relation to research subjects (e.g., maintain HIPAA privacy and rights of human research subjects).</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details, keep accurate records, file, update computerized administrative files, and conduct computerized library searches.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to provide research administrative assistance to Investigators as needed and participate in weekly administrative and scientific meetings</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience scoring cognitive tests accurately and reliably, scoring medical and lifestyle questionnaires, and recording scores from the assessment session in a timely fashion.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to administer computer-based and paper-and-pencil standard neuropsychological assessments that measure basic intellectual aptitude, working/episodic memory, processing speed, visual-spatial ability, etc. in English.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to enroll participants, maintain participant tracking database, and maintain all subject records.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience collecting MRI scans and processing MR imaging data.</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge of MRI safety. Ability to maintain current MRI Safety Training and operation certification.</p></li><li><p>
Experience in screening participants for MRI contraindications and operating the MRI scanner, transfer MRI data from Center to server, and processing imaging data in Linux.</p></li><li><p>
Theoretical knowledge of statistics and data analysis.</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge of blood draw sampling and plasma Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease biomarker phenotyping assessment.</p></li><li><p>
Leadership skills to assist the PI with undergraduate students volunteering in lab.</p></li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPECIAL CONDITIONS</b></h1><ul><li><p>
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to safely work near a strong magnetic field.</p></li><li><p>
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and evenings as needed.</p></li></ul><div><p><i>
Pay Transparency Act</i></p><p>
Annual Full Pay Range: $59,905 - $71,451 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
</p><p>Hourly Equivalent: $28.69 - $34.22
</p><p>Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).</p></div></div><div></div><div><br>
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<p><b>If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.</b><br>
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<b>If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.</b></p><br>
<p>UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational &mdash; or &quot;bench-to-bedside&quot; &mdash; research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!</p><p><br>
</p><p>Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.</p><p><br>
</p><p>To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.</p><br>
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<p>The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.</p><p>
For the University of California&rsquo;s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination</p><p></p><p><br>
UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.</p>
<p>UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:</b> As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
</p><p>a. &quot;Misconduct&quot; means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant&rsquo;s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC&rsquo;s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
</p><p></p><ul><li>UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy</li><li>
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy</li><li>
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Details</b></h2>
<div><div>Date Posted</div>
04/10/2026</div></div><div></div>

Alzheimer Staff Research Associate

Safoora Publication

<p><b>Responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li>Evaluation of English notes.</li><li>Proof Reading of English Notes.</li><li>As a book manager, assist in writing new books/notes.</li><li>Assist in preparation of &quot;teacher teaching tips&quot;</li><li>Assist in Preparation of entry test notes.</li><li>Co curricular Development that include lesson plans.</li><li>New look book Development</li><li>Enrichment of data bank of admission test software.</li><li>Coordination of paper and time management.</li><li>Administrative responsibilities of research associate.</li><li>Miscellaneous task assigned by head of research section and principal R &amp; D.</li></ul><p><b>Requirement:</b></p><ul><li>5 to 6 Years of Experience as a Research Associate.</li><li>Masters or M.Phil Degree in English.</li><li>Content development, Textbook Analysis, Teaching and Research skills.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Research Associate (English)

NORC at the University of Chicago

<div><div><div><div><div><b>JOB SUMMARY:</b></div>
<div><div><p>NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Research Associate I to join the Health Sciences Research Department. NORC&rsquo;s Health Sciences team works with clients to develop and test field-based surveys and interventions designed to improve care delivery, disseminate, and implement successful evidence-based programs, and engage stakeholders to enhance quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes.</p>
<p>This Research Associate I will be responsible for providing general support with both research projects and department administration. The ideal candidate will possess a broad interest in improving health care delivery and quality by supporting rigorous research in diverse, real-world settings. The successful candidate will also provide general administrative support for the department&rsquo;s activities and project portfolio.</p>
<p><b>Location</b>: This is a hybrid role based in our Chicago Loop office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.</p>
<p><i>Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future</i></p><br>
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<div><div><b>DEPARTMENT: </b><b>Health Sciences
</b></div><div><div><p>NORC&rsquo;s Health Sciences staff produce rich data on health care priorities including the use of innovative survey methods, the use of electronic clinical data in research, and the applications and effectiveness of health information technology.</p>
<p>Our experts evaluate the effectiveness of federal investments in informatics and support the emerging fields of patient-centered outcomes research and mobile health. The staff also work on large implementation science projects involving patient safety and quality.
</p><p>NORC&rsquo;s Health Sciences staff work closely with colleagues across the organization to offer program, policy, and research solutions. Our work is guided by a commitment to long-lasting partnerships, transparency, and high-quality, nonpartisan research that improves health and health care for all people.</p><br>
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<div><div><b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Provide general research support on quantitative and qualitative research projects.</li>
<li>Prepare background research including literature reviews and environmental scans on key topics.</li>
<li>Test data collection instruments and systems.</li>
<li>Assist with data preparation, data cleaning, and coding.</li>
<li>Conduct statistical analyses of survey data for research reports or ad-hoc as needed.</li>
<li>Contribute to the preparation of reports, tables, and graphs based on findings.</li>
<li>Assist with tasks related to business development such as providing proposal support.</li>
<li>Take notes at meetings and prepare initial draft of minutes.</li>
</ul></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>REQUIRED SKILLS:</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in political science, psychology, communications, survey methodology, or other social science discipline required.</li>
<li>6 months of research experience (internships included) in social sciences with qualitative and/or quantitative methods and analysis required.</li>
<li>Outstanding interpersonal, critical reasoning, analytic, and writing skills.</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving capabilities.</li>
<li>Demonstrated attentiveness to detailed tasks, strong organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Ability to meet multiple efforts' requirements simultaneously, and to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
<li>Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including MS Teams, SharePoint, OneNote.</li>
<li>Experience conducting analysis using standard statistical software packages (e.g., SAS, NVivo) is beneficial.</li>
<li>Occasional travel for site visits and meetings may be required.</li>
<li>This is a hybrid role based in our Chicago Loop or Washington, DC office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.</li>
<li><i>Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.</i></li>
</ul><p><b>Please include a Resume and Cover Letter when applying.</b> Candidates should be prepared to provide professional references and a writing assignment upon request.</p><br>
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<div><div><b>SALARY AND BENEFITS:</b></div>
<div><div><p>The pay for this position is $56,000.</p>
</div><div><p>This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC&rsquo;s comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to:</p>
</div><div><div><ul><li><p>Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment</p>
</li><li><p>Dental and vision insurance</p>
</li><li><p>A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program</p>
</li><li><p>Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance</p>
</li><li><p>Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</p>
</li></ul></div></div><div><p><i>NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices. We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job. The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time. A candidate&rsquo;s placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.<br>
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<div><div><b>WHAT WE DO:</b></div>
<div><p>NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration. Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.</p><br>
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<div><div><b>WHO WE ARE:</b></div>
<div><p>For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings. But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we&rsquo;re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.</p><br>
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<div><div><b>EEO STATEMENT:</b></div>
<div><p>NORC is an equal opportunity employer. NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Research Associate I - Health Sciences Research - Chicago Loop Hybrid Office

University of Oklahoma

<div></div><div><div><b>Job no:</b> 492911<br>
<b>Work type:</b> Professional<br>
<b>Location:</b> Oklahoma City<br>
<b>Categories:</b> Technology/Research<br>
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<div><p><b>Pay Range: </b>Targeted annual salary ranges from $33,600 to $43,700, based on experience.</p>
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Benefits Eligible: </b>Yes</p>
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Work Schedule: </b>Mon-Fri w/ occasional nights/weekends</p>
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Travel: </b>Not required</p>
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<div><div><div><p><b>Position Introduction:</b></p>
<p>
OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma&rsquo;s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 73 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options. At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you!</p>
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Launch your research career. Make an impact on health behavior and cancer prevention.</b></p>
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The Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) at Stephenson Cancer Center is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Staff Research Assistant to support multiple ongoing research studies focused on health behavior change. This position is ideal for individuals interested in public health, behavioral science, psychology, or health research&mdash;and offers meaningful, hands‑on experience with <b>NIH‑funded randomized controlled trials.</b></p>
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If you&rsquo;re passionate about improving health outcomes, enjoy working with people, and want opportunities to contribute to scientific publications, this role provides an outstanding foundation for a research‑focused career.</p>
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Learn more about the Health Promotion Research Center here.
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<b>**THIS IS NOT A BIOMEDICAL/BENCH SCIENCE POSITION**</b>
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<b>Why This Role Matters</b></p>
<p>
HPRC&rsquo;s research directly addresses behaviors that significantly impact cancer risk and overall health, including tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and marijuana use. As a Staff Research Assistant, you will play a critical role in connecting participants to research, collecting high‑quality data, and advancing studies that inform real‑world health interventions.</p>
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What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Research &amp; Participant Engagement</li>
<li>Serve as the first point of contact for research participants at HPRC</li>
<li>Complete participant referrals and screen applicants for eligibility</li>
<li>Support participant enrollment and ongoing study involvement</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and compassionately with participants throughout the research process</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Data Collection &amp; Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Collect research data using standardized protocols</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and confidential research files</li>
<li>Assist with data cleaning, management, and basic data analyses</li>
<li>Ensure data integrity and compliance with study procedures</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Reporting &amp; Research Support</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Assist with preparation of reports and research summaries</li>
<li>Support multiple ongoing studies, including NIH‑funded and pilot randomized controlled trials</li>
<li>Contribute to research activities focused on health behavior change such as:
<ul><li>Smoking cessation</li>
<li>Alcohol use reduction or cessation</li>
<li>Marijuana use reduction or cessation</li>
</ul>
</li></ul><p><b>Professional Growth &amp; Scholarship</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Collaborate closely with investigators, coordinators, and research staff</li>
<li>Gain exposure to study design, implementation, and analysis</li>
<li>Opportunities to be included as a contributor or co‑author on research publications</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Why Join HPRC &amp; Stephenson Cancer Center?</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Be part of Oklahoma&rsquo;s only NCI‑Designated Cancer Center</li>
<li>Work on impactful, federally funded behavioral health research</li>
<li>Gain hands‑on research experience ideal for graduate or professional school pathways</li>
<li>Collaborate with experienced investigators and multidisciplinary teams</li>
<li>Contribute to research that helps prevent cancer and improve population health</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Ready to contribute to research that changes lives&mdash;and build your research skillset along the way?</b> Apply today and begin your journey in behavioral health research with the Health Promotion Research Center at Stephenson Cancer Center.</p>
<p>
View full job description.</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p><b>Required Education and Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Psychology, Engineering, Computer Science, Sociology, or a related discipline aligned with the specific area of research or project focus)</li>
<li>1 year of experience supporting research or working in a laboratory setting</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Equivalency/Substitution:</b> Experience or a combination of education &amp; related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.</p>
<p><b>
Required Certifications and Licenses:</b></p>
<p>
None.</p>
<p><b>
Department Preferences:</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, or other Healthcare field.</li>
<li>Ability to perform basic data analysis.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience in research methods including clinical trial data collection procedures and IRB processes.</li>
</ul>
</div></div></div><br>
</div></div><p><b>Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check:</b> Yes</p>
</div>
<p><b>Advertised:</b> 08 May 2026 Central Daylight Time<br>
<b>Applications close:</b> 07 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time</p></div><p></p>

Staff Research Assistant - HPRC

<div><p><b>Associate Tax Research Specialist
</b></p><p><b>United States
</b></p><p><b>Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
</b></p><p><b>Remote
</b></p><p>We are looking for a hardworking, forward- thinking individual that has practical experience in business entity income tax compliance and/or programming. This individual will be very interested in transferring that practical experience into the tax software environment by helping us create and maintain corporate and Pass-through tax software solutions. We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join CSC Corptax from a remote location. Visit our website at: corptax.com .
 </p><p><b>Some of the things you will be doing:
</b></p><ul><li>Research changes to tax forms
</li><li>Interpret the tax code and regulation updates that drove those changes
</li><li>Provide guidance to programmers on updates needed to calculations based on research findings (for candidates with programming experience or for non-programmers with a desire to learn programming; we use proprietary software language and training will be provided)
</li><li>Test tax return calculations for accuracy, consistency, and usability
</li><li><p>Design and execute test cases to confirm correct implementation of tax law changes
</p></li><li><p>Contribute to release notes, technical explanations, and customer-facing guidance as needed
</p></li><li><p>Develop working knowledge of assigned jurisdictions or tax topics and assist the team by applying that knowledge
</p></li><li>Develop and update documentation to support the tax return calculations and other collateral
</li>Provide support for the products we create through both direct and indirect communication channels<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Technical skills, experience, and qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or related field
</li><li>CPA or master&rsquo;s degree is a plus
</li><li>0 to 3 years of industry or public accounting experience specializing in corporate or Pass-through income tax compliance or programming experience.
</li><li><p>Experience leveraging AI-driven tools (e.g., generative AI, tax research platforms with AI capabilities, data analytics tools) to enhance tax research, technical analysis, and workflow efficiency is a plus
</p></li><li>Experience with reading and interpreting COBOL and/or C# is a plus
</li><li>Experience with Visual Studio, Azure DevOps is a plus
</li><li>Exposure to and interest in tax software applications and Microsoft products
</li><li>Equivalent experience at a tax software company is a plus
</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills
</li><li>Willingness to learn new skills quickly
</li>Ability to work extended schedule as required to meet objectives<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>At CSC, compensation decisions are dependent on a number of factors including job location and the knowledge and experience of each individual. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $58,000-$73,000 </b>.<br>
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</p><p>#CSCCorptaxCareers</p></div>

Associate Tax Research Specialist

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Staff Assistant - Research & Development

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