Clinical Research Associate I - Health Disparities (Hybrid)

City of Hope

Duarte, CA

ID: 7270255 (Ref.No. 10027297)
Posted: August 6, 2024
Salary / Pay Rate: $32.00 - $40.34 / hour
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting edge research

We are seeking a motivated Clinical Research Associate I for the Department of Population Sciences, focusing on cancer health equity research Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, this role supports federally and foundation funded projects addressing disparities in cancer prevention, screening, and care delivery, often in collaboration with community partners such as Federally Qualified Health Centers. Responsibilities include study coordination, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, program and community partner development, and manuscript preparation. This role offers opportunities to engage in diverse studies, receive mentorship, and coauthor publications.

As a successful candidate, you will:

  • Collaborate closely with the COH study team and external partners.
  • Maintains current and accurate protocol documentation
  • Maintains and completes regulatory documents for IRB, DSMB, and PRMC/CPRMC
  • Compiles and submits data on appropriate forms according to protocol requirements.
  • Oversee administrative tasks related to manuscript preparation, funding applications, and securing research approvals.
  • Develop pilot projects, data collection forms, and protocols.
  • Work on special data management projects as assigned.
  • Maintains professional growth and development through seminars and workshops to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
  • Ensures work environment is organized and functions efficiently.
  • Attends and participates in meetings as required.

Your qualifications should include:

  • Associates degree.
  • Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
  • One year of experience working in a health care setting, preferably in research.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in public health, social science, or related fields (MPH or MS in health services research, health policy, epidemiology, or health behavior).
  • Experience in public health or population science research, including health services/systems research, implementation science, community partnered research, and quantitative and qualitative research methods.
  • Strong scientific writing skills.
  • Proficiency in STATA, SAS, or R; qualitative analysis software (ATLAS.ti or similar); and reference management software (Endnote or Reference Manager).
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • 3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate, Project Coordinator, or Data Manager.
  • Proficiency in Spanish (written and/or spoken) is a plus.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please click here

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Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $32.00 - $40.34 / hour

The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.



City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.