Research Coordinator

UCLA is a leading public research university offering exceptional breadth and depth across academic programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, STEM fields, and health sciences. This wide range of disciplines creates extensive opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. The campus is compact and visually striking, situated in a vibrant, diverse global city. UCLA’s location in Los Angeles provides access to world-class cultural institutions, industry partners, and community organizations.

About the role

This is a part-time, on-site position based in Los Angeles, CA, responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of research projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study design logistics, participant recruitment and scheduling, and informed consent processes, ensuring adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Organize and maintain study documentation, manage data collection activities, and coordinate communications among investigators, study staff, and institutional partners.
• Prepare materials for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, track approvals, and help ensure compliance with ethical standards.
• Create progress reports, support grant-related activities, and contribute to continuous improvement of research workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as public health, psychology, social sciences, life sciences, or related discipline; advanced training or certification in research coordination is beneficial.
• Experience in an academic, clinical, or research setting and understanding of research ethics and compliance are highly preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Demonstrated research and data collection skills, including experience with study protocols, surveys, or clinical/field data gathering.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interact with participants.
• Knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and human subjects protection, or willingness to learn and follow IRB requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Proficiency with common office and data tools (e.g., spreadsheets, databases, project management software); familiarity with statistical software is a plus.