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Staff Researcher - Hybrid - 134644

UC San Diego
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Staff Researcher - Hybrid - 134644

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Job Description

Filing Deadline : Mon 3 / 10 / 2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. 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.

This position is a contract position with the possibility of extension / career conversion.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 03 / 10 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Greenwich Drive in San Diego and remote.

DESCRIPTION

Kick It California (KIC, formerly known as CSH, the California Smokers' Helpline) is part of the UCSD Moores Cancer Center. KIC conducts research as well as provides free cessation related counseling service. KIC was the first statewide telephone-counseling service for smoking cessation in the U.S. that was based on experimentally-proven protocol (established in 1992). Cessation service is now provided using telephone and internet-based protocols. The phone counseling service is provided in six languages : English, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Korean, and Vietnamese. KIC conducts high-caliber intervention research as well as population studies. KIC is funded to conduct multiple survey and evaluation projects throughout the state, including the evaluation of California's TUPE (Tobacco Use Prevention Education) program.

Under supervision of the Survey Research Supervisor, the Staff Researcher will be primarily responsible for assisting with research study planning, design, and question development; interacting and coordinating with school site staff and officials; coordinating research study implementation and data collection; monitoring and improving response rates; collecting and analyzing qualitative data; assisting in preparation of reports and deliverables; and conducting literature reviews. Areas of assignment may include one or more of the following : 1) local and statewide student surveys (e.g., Mapping Youth Health Behavior Survey, MYHB), 2) Tobacco-Use Prevention Education (TUPE) program evaluation, 3) agency-specific evaluation projects, and / or other special projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Six years of related experience, education / training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus two years of related experience / training.

Working knowledge and experience with data collection activities.

Working knowledge of the design and implementation of data collection procedures and protocols, such as surveys and program evaluation.

Strong analytical skills required at this level.

Working knowledge and skills associated with report preparation.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excel and relational database skills for monitoring shared reporting (e.g., AirTable, Tableau). Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Ability to work independently, as well as part of a research team, taking direction from study directors.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and training in the facilitation of surveys.

Knowledge of the field of research related to tobacco use and prevention.

Experience in conducting literature reviews utilizing multiple sources of media.

Knowledge of survey instrument development.

Knowledge of program evaluation and / or school-based prevention programs.

Experience using qualitative and / or statistical software applications.

Experience working in a research setting using protocols involving human subjects including knowledge of UCSD HRPP policies and procedures.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $58,600 - $100,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $28.07 - $48.28

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).

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.

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.

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 - or "bench-to-bedside" - 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!

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.

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 .

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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    Payroll Title : SURVEY RESEARCHER 2

    Department :

    CANCER CENTER / Kick It California

    Hiring Pay Scale

    28.07 - $31.14 / Hour

    Worksite : Greenwich Drive

    Appointment Type : Contract

    Appointment Percent :

    100%

    Union : Uncovered

    Total Openings : Work Schedule :

    Days, 8 hrs / day, Monday-Friday

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    San Diego, CA

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    2 / 24 / 2025

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    134644

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    Payroll Title : SURVEY RESEARCHER 2

    Department :

    CANCER CENTER / Kick It California

    Hiring Pay Scale

    28.07 - $31.14 / Hour

    Worksite : Greenwich Drive

    Appointment Type : Contract

    Appointment Percent :

    100%

    Union : Uncovered

    Total Openings : Work Schedule :

    Days, 8 hrs / day, Monday-Friday

    134644 Staff Researcher - Hybrid

    Filing Deadline : Mon 3 / 10 / 2025

    Apply Now

    UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. 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.

    This position is a contract position with the possibility of extension / career conversion.

    Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 03 / 10 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

    This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Greenwich Drive in San Diego and remote.

    DESCRIPTION

    Kick It California (KIC, formerly known as CSH, the California Smokers' Helpline) is part of the UCSD Moores Cancer Center. KIC conducts research as well as provides free cessation related counseling service. KIC was the first statewide telephone-counseling service for smoking cessation in the U.S. that was based on experimentally-proven protocol (established in 1992). Cessation service is now provided using telephone and internet-based protocols. The phone counseling service is provided in six languages : English, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Korean, and Vietnamese. KIC conducts high-caliber intervention research as well as population studies. KIC is funded to conduct multiple survey and evaluation projects throughout the state, including the evaluation of California's TUPE (Tobacco Use Prevention Education) program.

    Under supervision of the Survey Research Supervisor, the Staff Researcher will be primarily responsible for assisting with research study planning, design, and question development; interacting and coordinating with school site staff and officials; coordinating research study implementation and data collection; monitoring and improving response rates; collecting and analyzing qualitative data; assisting in preparation of reports and deliverables; and conducting literature reviews. Areas of assignment may include one or more of the following : 1) local and statewide student surveys (e.g., Mapping Youth Health Behavior Survey, MYHB), 2) Tobacco-Use Prevention Education (TUPE) program evaluation, 3) agency-specific evaluation projects, and / or other special projects.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Six years of related experience, education / training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus two years of related experience / training.

    Working knowledge and experience with data collection activities.

    Working knowledge of the design and implementation of data collection procedures and protocols, such as surveys and program evaluation.

    Strong analytical skills required at this level.

    Working knowledge and skills associated with report preparation.

    Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

    Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excel and relational database skills for monitoring shared reporting (e.g., AirTable, Tableau). Ability to learn new technologies quickly.

    Ability to work independently, as well as part of a research team, taking direction from study directors.

    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience and training in the facilitation of surveys.

    Knowledge of the field of research related to tobacco use and prevention.

    Experience in conducting literature reviews utilizing multiple sources of media.

    Knowledge of survey instrument development.

    Knowledge of program evaluation and / or school-based prevention programs.

    Experience using qualitative and / or statistical software applications.

    Experience working in a research setting using protocols involving human subjects including knowledge of UCSD HRPP policies and procedures.

    SPECIAL CONDITIONS

  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
  • Pay Transparency Act

    Annual Full Pay Range : $58,600 - $100,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

    Hourly Equivalent : $28.07 - $48.28

    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).

    Apply Now

    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.

    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.

    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 - or \"bench-to-bedside\" - 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!

    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.

    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 .

    UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

    For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

    For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

    UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

    UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

    Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

    a. \"Misconduct\" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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