Research Coordinator

About UCLA

UCLA is a premier public research university offering a comprehensive array of academic disciplines across the arts, humanities, social sciences, STEM, and health sciences. Its diverse and collaborative environment, combined with the dynamic location of Los Angeles, provides excellent opportunities for innovation, professional growth, and cultural engagement.

Role Overview

The Research Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the planning, management, and oversight of various research projects. This part-time, on-site position based in Los Angeles, CA involves coordinating study logistics, participant recruitment and consent, data collection, and regulatory compliance. The individual will also handle study documentation, communication with investigators and partners, IRB submissions and approvals tracking, and contribute to grant and reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling, recruitment, and obtaining informed consent for study participants.
• Ensure adherence to research protocols and regulatory standards throughout study execution.
• Maintain and organize all research documentation and data collection tasks.
• Coordinate communication among research teams, institutional collaborators, and stakeholders.
• Prepare materials and track submissions for Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols.
• Develop progress reports and support grant-related administrative tasks.
• Contribute to refining and improving research workflows and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret data, recognize patterns, and support evidence-based decisions.
• Experience conducting research and collecting data using study protocols, surveys, or clinical/field methodologies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration and participant interaction.
• Familiarity with IRB procedures and human subject protections, or eagerness to learn and comply with these regulations.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy in record keeping.
• Proficiency with office tools such as spreadsheets, databases, and project management software; knowledge of statistical software is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields like public health, psychology, social sciences, life sciences, or similar disciplines; additional certifications or training in research coordination preferred.
• Prior experience in academic, clinical, or research environments and understanding of ethical standards and compliance strongly desired.