Research Associate (OHB) - Remote (Healthcare)

SUMMARY

The Occupational Health Branch (OHB) of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is recruiting for a Research Associate (RA) to assist the Occupational Health Branch with data collection, processing, and presentation of data in an occupational health context related to COVID-19 and related conditions, especially due to the impact of indoor air quality on workers.

The RA will join a multidisciplinary team of epidemiologists, industrial hygienists, health educators, physicians, and other scientific staff in understanding the role of indoor air quality on the transmission of COVID-19 and development of other occupational respiratory illnesses.

The RA will be responsible for data processing, cleaning, and analysis of data from public health surveillance and research projects. Additional responsibilities will include literature review and summary, preparation of reports in conjunction with epidemiology colleagues, and occasional assistance in preparation of abstracts and figures for research presentations and manuscripts. The RA will assist in interpreting data for distribution to and education of impacted workers, employers, and the general public as appropriate.

Occasional review and abstracting of medical records, physician reports, and other electronic data sources may be required. Additional related duties may be assigned as appropriate for the RA's level of training and experience related to occupational health.

This position is grant funded through 6/30/2026.

The hourly range for this position is $26.44 - $30.29 per hour depending on experience/ qualifications. 

Applicants must submit a cover letter that addresses interest in and suitability for this position and curriculum vitae to be considered.

If hired for this position, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your start date or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require an accommodation).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Track and clean data from various sources, conduct basic analyses, and interpret findings.
• Perform data entry, quality control, and/or processing of information.
• Assist with distribution of results, as well as distribution of guidance and protocols for worker safety.
• Other duties to support the team as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Competence with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in research or public health is a plus
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good judgment and ability to think logically

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required; Master's Degree in Public Health or related field, preferred
• Knowledge of occupational exposure and health, environmental toxicants, and/or air quality, is a plus

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Power Point, and remote technologies such as Zoom and MS Teams

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Stand: Occasionally
• Walk: Occasionally
• Sit: Frequently
• Handling / Fingering: Occasionally
• Reach Outward: Not applicable
• Reach Above Shoulder: Not applicable
• Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Not applicable
• Lift / Carry: Not applicable
• Push/Pull: Not applicable
• See: Constantly
• Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable

KEY

• Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions
• Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)
• Frequently = (2+ - 5 hrs/day)
• Constantly = (5+ hrs/day) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Remote. Must have functioning Wi-Fi/internet access at remote location.

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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Salary Minimum: 26.44Salary Maximum: 26.44