Research Associate I

Veterans Medical Research Foundation of Sd·San Diego, California

$20 - $21/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 19 days ago

Practice for this role

Research Associate I · $20 - $21/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-44% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in San Diego, California ($35.56/hr, n=930)

$8.45/hr · p10p90 · $413/hr

this role: $20.00/hrmedian $35.56/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 930 posted healthcare roles in San Diego, California rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 44% below the San Diego, California median for similar positions.

The Research Associate is responsible for recruiting and screening participants for brain imaging studies. They also assist with the collection and analysis of brain imaging data and perform general administrative tasks.

Description

Position Title

Research Associate Position posting date: 08/20/26 Position start date: ASAP or until filled Salary/Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE) Status: Casual/Intermittent (approximately 19 hours/wk.), not benefits eligible Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, variable hours between 8:00am to 4:30pm Service/Division: Research - Psychiatry Job Code: AB 1409 Salary: $20.00- $21.00 per hour

Summary

Research Associate activities include participant recruitment and screening, referral for brain imaging, and brain image collection and analysis. Administrative work will also be part of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Recruits research participants through established methods. · Assists in screening participant for brain imaging and referral to UCSD for brain imaging. · Assists in brain imaging procedure and data analysis. · Works with typical computer programs, such as Word, Excel, and Adobe.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related field from an accredited college or university AND at least 6 months of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $21/hr
Location: San Diego, California
Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Application: Employer website

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