Job Summary
Research Analyst – Part Time (50%) for the HOPE HOME Policing Study. Bilingual (Spanish & English speaking and reading) is required. Flexible schedule with a 3‑day on‑site requirement, at least one on‑site visit per week.
Responsibilities
- Conduct structured and semi‑structured interviews in person and over the telephone with participants in English and Spanish
- Conduct ethnographic observations in the field
- Code qualitative interview transcripts
- Analyze data to identify themes and patterns
- Manage and extract data through REDCap and similar data capture instruments with support from Senior Analysts
- Contribute to data interpretation
- Distill complex data into meaningful summaries, reports, and visuals
- Conduct weekly data cleaning activities
- Keep study databases updated
- Call participants and send reminder letters to maintain retention rates
- Conduct field tracking locating participants
- Manage study petty cash for participant payments
The Research Analyst will, after initial training and observation, work independently with oversight from the Project Manager. The position requires a flexible and hybrid work schedule; the office is located off‑site in Oakland, California.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related area and / or equivalent experience / trainingFluency in Spanish – reading, speaking and writingValid California driver’s licenseExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbalStrong skills to interpret and communicate complex data in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writingExperience working with populations living in poverty and / or aging populationsWillingness to participate in data collection activities in places including homeless encampments and shelters, study field sites in West and East Oakland, participant homes, and coffee shopsAbility to drive (travel costs reimbursed) to locations for tracking participantsProficiency with personal computers and software such as Word, Excel and Access, and various Data Capture programsDemonstrated ability to learn new software programs as requiredExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailDemonstrated ability to follow strict study and office procedures and protocolsExcellent data entry and data cleaning skills; ability to collect, record, and analyze data accuratelyAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlinesAbility to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a work environmentDemonstrated record of excellent attendance and reliabilityAbility to use sound judgement in responding to issues and concerns that arise during research activities, maintain a professional demeanor, and escalating issues when necessaryWillingness to conduct field ethnographic visitsPreferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in Public Health, Policy, or related field and / or equivalent experience / trainingExperience conducting semi‑structured interviewsExperience coding interviews using Dedoose or similar softwareExperience using RedCapExperience conducting structured interviewsLicense / Certification
Valid California driver’s licenseDepartment Description
The Division of Health and Society is part of the Department of Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. The Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative (BHHI) is a research and policy initiative within the Division of Health and Society. The BHHI focuses on developing and disseminating evidence‑based solutions to prevent and end homelessness, conducting rigorous assessments of interventions and policies, and translating findings to decision‑makers at local, state, and federal levels.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate‑level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.
Pride Values
UCSF is committed to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence—our PRIDE values. The university also prioritizes equity in care delivery and workforce, fostering a welcoming and supportive culture.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Additional Information
Salary range : $69,000 – $80,000 (Annual Rate). Final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UCSF policy.
Location : San Francisco, CA (Zuckerberg San Francisco General – ZSFG).
Work Style : Flexible. Shift : Days, 8 hours. Position is flexible with a (3) day on‑site requirement.
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