Health Science & Behavioral Research Associate II

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This is a hybrid role requiring onsite work at local school sites approximately one to three days per week, with remaining workdays performed remotely. Mileage reimbursement for work‑related travel to offsite locations is available in accordance with organizational policy.

Candidates must be based in the SONOMA COUNTY/SAN FRANCISCO BAY Area to accommodate required onsite visits to local schools.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: Under the supervision of Research Associates and Research Managers, the Health Science & Behavioral Science Research Associate II is responsible for the day‑to‑day implementation of research protocols and data collection at assigned school sites. The Research Associate II will be assigned to up to two schools within Sonoma County Schools, with final assignments based on geographic proximity and student enrollment, and will facilitate the coordination of research visits for study participants.

The Research Associate II will be required to work onsite at schools in Sonoma County approximately one to three days per week and will collaborate with youth and teachers/staff in a mentoring program designed to encourage youth interest in careers in science, medicine, health, and wellness. The role supports a grassroots strategy to improve youth engagement in a school‑based sleep health program.

Responsibilities may include facilitating project implementation at participating schools; providing problem‑solving support related to study procedures; data collection, data entry, and study documentation; and tracking study participants throughout the life of the project. The Research Associate II may assist with scheduling teleconferences and in‑person meetings, organizing and distributing meeting minutes and study communications, ordering supplies, and finalizing and distributing study materials (e.g., brochures). Duties are performed with supervision, feedback, and guidance from principal investigators.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 2+ years of qualitative and/or quantitative interviewing experience required.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Experience using CASI interviewing tools preferred.
• Experience working with children, youth, and families preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent.
College education in related discipline preferred.

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.