Research Associate
- Employer
- Heluna Health
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Salary
- $24.04 per hour
- Closing date
- Feb 13, 2022
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- Focus Areas
- Medical Research
- Job Function
- Health / Medical, Research, Social Work / Counseling
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Degree Level
- Bachelors
- Willingness to Travel
- up to 25%
- Experience Level
- Professional
Job Details
Heluna Health invites applications for the full-time position of Research Associate in the Center on Substance Use and Health (CSUH) at the San Francisco Department of Public Health.
CSUH conducts pharmacologic and behavioral interventions and observational studies to maximize the health outcomes of people who use alcohol, methamphetamine, opioids, and other substances. We work with people actively using substances, and focus on meeting their substance use goals, including harm reduction in their use, prevention or treatment of infectious diseases, or prevention of drug overdose.
We conduct research in a community-based environment in San Francisco’s Civic Center, with the facilities and resources needed to perform complex clinical research studies (suite of exam rooms, alarmed pharmacy for medication trials, and on-site CLIA-waived laboratory). We are proud to treat people who use substances with respect and dignity and enjoy a close-knit culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and fun.
In the position of Research Associate, you are an integral member of CSUH and work under the supervision of a Clinical Research Program Manager. You are responsible for a variety of duties and projects related to substance use and HIV research. You must be willing to work in a team and enjoy problem-solving, as our studies are generally investigator-initiated and require in-house development of resources.
This is a temporary, grant-funded, benefited position. Employment is provided by Heluna Health.
If hired for this position, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your start date, or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Support the investigators of this close-knit research team in the conduct of research protocols within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.
- Assist with or conduct recruitment, screening potential participants for study eligibility, obtaining informed consent, proactively managing participant scheduling, and conducting study visits.
- Perform laboratory assessments as needed for given studies, such as rapid HIV and HCV tests with HIV/HCV risk reduction counseling, urine drug screening, phlebotomy, processing of dried blood spots, and processing and shipment of specimens as needed
- Conduct survey assessments with participants, some of whom may have medical or mental health disorders.
- Provide participants financial compensation for study visits or activities and maintain compensation records.
- Conduct retention efforts for participants throughout the study according to the follow-up
- Coordinate with external collaborators and resources, which may include hospital staff, community-based organizations, and health care providers.
- Conduct remote visits with participants when not able to be in the office due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
- Other duties include accurately completing case report forms (CRFs); performing quality assurance checks of study data; entering study data into Access or RedCap databases; supporting the development and revision of study documents including CRFs and standard operating procedures (SOPs); reviewing videos of directly observed medication dosing; and administrative tasks related to studies.
- Other duties as assigned, including coverage for other staff and support in implementation of discrete projects to help advance ongoing studies within CSUH.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- BA/BS in related field, or a combination of relevant experience and education
- Counseling experience with people who use substances and/or counseling experience in reducing the risk of HIV acquisition or transmission
- Knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse communities, particularly communities of color and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender communities
- Works well with people of various ages, genders, and socio-cultural backgrounds
- Sensitive to mental and emotional health issues
- High level of attention to detail and ability to handle a variety of tasks with a high degree of accuracy
Desired Qualifications
- Advance degree in health/mental health or related field
- Certified phlebotomist
- Certified HIV test counselor
- Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
- Interest and ability to learn a wide array of techniques and technologies and to cross-train to support the duties of other staff members
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and REDCap
- Experience with clinical trials research and/or healthcare settings
- Experience working with challenging participants, or participants with multiple diagnoses
- Experience with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention
- Knowledge of regulations, policies and procedures related to the protection of human subjects and confidentiality
- Any other knowledge and skills useful to this research group is considered a plus (software skills, presentation experience, database knowledge, basic website maintenance, etc.)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Occasionally
Reach Outward Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally - Up to 50 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not Applicable
Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5+ hrs/day)
Please apply at the following URL: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/PUB1001PUBH/JobBoard/6705aa07-0bcb-4660-ad1b-2fda952becc7/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=94048823-bf58-4c12-a8ea-50739ee709a3
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled. Remote work may be required during the COVID-19 pandemic. Work in a hospital, attending to participants admitted for study procedures, may be required for some assignments.
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
All qualified applicants will be considered for this position in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Company
Heluna Health is the leading provider of program services and fiscal sponsorship for over 250 population health initiatives. We empower public health agencies, academic researchers, public/private consortia, and nonprofits.
We provide the infrastructure and support organizations need to ensure that population health resources reach more people. This way, professionals can focus on innovating to improve lives.
- Website
- http://www.helunahealth.org/
- Telephone
- 800.201.7320
- Location
-
13300 Crossroads Parkway North Suite 450
City of Industry
CA
91746
US
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