Research Coordinator II

The mission of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is to improve the well-being of vulnerable individuals and communities, advance social and economic justice, and eradicate pressing societal problems in complex and culturally diverse urban environments throughout Southern California, the nation, and the world. Our mission is achieved by providing students with experiential, practice, and competency-based learning, and culturally responsive training that is informed by evidence and best practices.

This position requires an individual with a strong background in research, particularly in Community-based Participatory Research (CBPR), who can take a lead role in coordinating multiple aspects of sponsor-initiated and investigator-initiated studies. The individual in this role will oversee and coordinate all phases of research, from protocol development to study close-out, while ensuring the highest standards of data quality. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience engaging community partners, fostering collaborative relationships, and carrying out research activities that reflect the principles of equity, inclusiveness, and cultural responsiveness.

This is a grant-funded, staff fixed-term 100% full-time hybrid-scheduled position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supports overall protocol administration, including subject recruitment, data collection and management, scheduling study-related activities and conducting follow-up with enrolled subjects

• Assists with building and maintaining relationships with community partners and stakeholders to ensure research activities are culturally responsive and aligned with community priorities

• Assists with budget preparation

• Contributes to the training and mentorship of less experienced research staff, students, or community research assistants

• Provides guidance and direction to research personnel and subjects throughout all phases of the study, from initial protocol design to study completion

• Assists with preliminary data analysis, preparation of reports, and dissemination of findings to both academic and community audiences

• Promotes subject compliance by assessing psychosocial needs during the study and addressing questions or concerns as they arise

• Supports preparation of grant applications and scholarly publications

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Job Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Experience: 2 years

Minimum Skills: 

• Administrative or research experience.

• Knowledge of medical environment and terminology.

• Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and institutional research regulations as well as Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and HIPPA regulations.

• Proficient with MS Office applications.

• Demonstrated effective communication and writing skills.

• Ability to multi-task.

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in social work, gerontology, psychology, or a related social science field

• Bilingual in English and Korean with strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated cultural competency to work effectively with diverse populations

• Prior experience in clinical or social science research, including subject recruitment and data collection

• Familiarity with budgeting and grant-funded project administration

• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with participants, research staff, and multidisciplinary teams

• Outstanding writing skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research data management systems (e.g., SPSS, STATA, or SAS).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicant Attachments (Required): Cover Letter and a Curriculum Vitae

Compensation: The hourly rate range for this position is $35.03 - $43.79.​

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender ide