Research Retention Specialist

Company: The Regents of the University of California on beh
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Department SummaryThe MWCCS is a national, collaborative research effort that aims to understand and reduce the impact of chronic health conditions-including heart, lung, blood, and sleep (HLBS) disorders-that affect people living with HIV. The study is designed to investigate a spectrum of questions relating to the basic science, clinical science, and epidemiology of HIV infection in the U.S., with a focus on comorbidities among men and women living with HIV.Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled individual with experience in effectively communicating and interacting with diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a background in HIV prevention and experience working with vulnerable populations, including individuals living with HIV, injection drug users, and those with substance use disorder or mental health problems.Qualifications

• Experience in communicating effectively (both speaking and writing) and interacting with participants and staff with diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. (Required)
• Experience working in the HIV prevention field (Preferred)
• Experience working with vulnerable populations (individuals living with HIV, injection drug users, individuals with substance use disorder, mental health problems) (Preferred)
• Experience conducting patient or participant assessments. (Preferred)
• Ability to assist participants with diverse psychosocial needs (Required)
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people, including sexual and gender minorities, racial/ethnic minorities, those who use substances, etc. (Required)
• Ability to work as a member of a large research team. (Required)
• Ability to conduct job duties in an ethical, nonjudgmental, culturally competent, and nondiscriminatory manner. (Required)
• Knowledge of and experience in infectious diseases, support services, outreach, health promotion, and/or similar or related field preferred. (Preferred)
• Good analytical and interpersonal relationship skills (Required)
• Excellent time and project management skills. (Required)
• Ability to manage workload efficiently and effectively. (Required)
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written format (Required)
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) (Preferred)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience/training (Required)Special Conditions for Employment
• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Schedule8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered99-Policy Covered
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