The Semel Institute and UCLA Center for Cannabis and Cannabinoids is seeking a highly motivated Staff Research Assistant to join a dynamic clinical research team. In this role, you will work closely with the Principal Investigator and research staff to support innovative, human-subjects research studies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting participant recruitment efforts
• Conducting screening visits, enrollment activities, and follow-up assessments
• Performing IRB-approved study procedures in accordance with protocol guidelines
• Maintaining accurate study documentation and managing data entry records

This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to clinical research while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative academic environment.

This is a limited role which may convert to career.

Required:

• Ability to interact appropriately and congenially with all staff, faculty, students, patients, volunteers and the public on the phone and in person.
• Must have strong computer skills, proficiency in the full suite of Microsoft Office programs - especially Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to compile and track data.
• Skill in stabling priorities, working independently and completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust workload.
• Knowledge of University library system.
• Working knowledge of PubMed and End Note.
• BS or BA or equivalent experience