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Research Assistant

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
USD $30.32/Hr. - USD $48.78/Hr.
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 20, 2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Resume and Cover Letter are required. Department Summary The Department of Education at the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies (Ed&IS) is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, with a steadfast commitment to advancing educational equity and social justice. We are committed to advancing educational research, practice, and policy to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion in education. By preparing future educators, researchers, and leaders and conducting cutting-edge research, we strive to create positive change and address the complex challenges facing education locally, nationally, and globally for the betterment of society. Position Summary Under the supervision of Associate Professor in the School of Education and Information Studies, the Research Assistant provides support for behavioral science research studies involving human subjects. Activities include supporting: recruitment and retention of research participants, data collection (using both quantitative and qualitative methods), and contribution to the analysis of research study results (e.g., data coding). This position will primarily support a large clinical trial of a multi-level leadership implementation strategy to support RUBIES called Helping Educational Leaders Mobilize Evidence (HELM) in public schools. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications* Basic research experience, including familiarity with data collection, survey administration, or participant recruitment. (Required) Experience conducting research interviews or focus groups. (Preferred) Experience working in or collaborating with public schools or educational settings. (Preferred) Experience working with or interest in supporting research involving autistic individuals and/or developmental disabilities. (Preferred) Experience working as part of a research team or assisting with multi-site studies. (Preferred) Experience working with educators, administrators, or community organizations, preferably in K-12 or higher education research settings. (Preferred) Knowledge of and proficiency in software applications including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access), and familiarity with data collection tools such as REDCap and Qualtrics. (Required) Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and competing deadlines. (Required) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with study participants, community partners, and interdisciplinary research teams. (Required) Knowledge of research methods, human subjects research protocols, and ethical considerations in behavioral or clinical research. (Required) Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data and adhere to IRB and data security guidelines. (Required) Strong attention to detail in data entry, record keeping, and document management to ensure data integrity and accuracy. (Required) Ability to collect, organize, and summarize quantitative and qualitative data for reports, presentations, and publications. (Required) Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a research team, exercising sound judgment and initiative. (Required) Skill in scheduling, coordinating logistics, and managing participant tracking systems. (Required) Proficiency in data analysis software such as SPSS, NVivo, and R. (Preferred) Flexibility and adaptability to support multiple ongoing projects, changing priorities, and varied research settings (e.g., schools, community organizations). (Preferred) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health, or other social/behavioral sciences. (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse". 40% domestic travel to schools Schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Staff%20Research%20Associate%202%20Non%20Exempt%20(TBD_940540)