Research Assistant II SBLRC- (FT)

Overview
Full Opportunities Available!

We are seeking a dedicated team of individuals to be part of San Diego State University's (SDSU's) South Bay Latino Research Center (SBLRC) . Our goal is to conduct meaningful research activities focused on promoting and expediting research to improve cardiovascular disease outcomes in the low-income Hispanic/Latino populations living in the border region of San Diego. Our research is focused primarily on epidemiologic, behavioral and genetic research in a effort to improve health, well-being, and the care delivered to Hispanic/Latinos who are at risk for, or have, cardiometabolic conditions such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

You will be part of a team of Research Assistants who are passionate about their community and community-based research. In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with study participants, conduct recruitment screening, health assessments, interviews and/or collecting participant information and data.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to our research, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more, please visit our benefits page
Responsibilities
You will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct participant recruitment and screening; perform research measurements to include sitting blood pressure, anthropometry, assessments to determine blood vessels flexibility, and peripheral arterial disease.
• Instruct participants on the use of various devices, and collection of blood, urine and stool samples.
• Administer questionnaires on various health related topics, cognitive and memory functions tests, sexual and gender identity, and informed consent and HIPAA. Administer safety-screening questions by phone and in-person.
• Ensure data collection is conducted using standardized methods and administered to study participants in their language of preference. Schedules study visits, and follow-up calls.
• Prepare materials for the in person study visits, and mailings.
• Accompanies study participants to off-site assessments, as well as conduct home visits to collect health assessments.
• Adhere to data security practices to protect privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintain quality and confidentiality of data collected and follow data entry protocols and guidelines.
• May have the opportunity to train on MRI scanning equipment.
• Conduct annual follow up Interviews, and update participants contact information.
• Ascertain participants vital status, document medical events/hospitalizations, and record life events.
• Other administrative duties may be assigned.

Qualifications
Completion of sufficient lower division coursework OR equivalent of one year related experience

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in public health or related field
• Previous work experience in a research setting and/or in the field of community health research studies
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (reading, writing and speaking)

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

• This position may have the responsibility for driving 2-3 times per week which will require access to reliable transportation and proof of valid CDL and auto insurance.
• The COVID-19 vaccine is required by the CSU for all SDSU Research Foundation employees as a condition of employment. Should you be offered a position, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination status. Individuals who obtain an approved medical or religious exemption on file will be required to complete regular COVID-19 testing
• This position will remain open until filled
• A background check (including a criminal records check) and Livescan (fingerprint) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer