UCLA Health

Staff Research Associate 2 - Neurology

UCLA Health$68K — $109K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years of related experience or training required.
  • Experience with research data collection and management.
  • Familiarity with neuroimaging or behavioral research methods.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills essential.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency in standard computing tools and data handling.

Responsibilities

  • Support a multidisciplinary neuroimaging research program.
  • Assist with participant recruitment for studies.
  • Perform MRI data acquisition tasks.
  • Conduct data analysis related to research findings.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance.
  • Monday-Friday schedule promotes consistent working hours.
  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge research environment.
Full Job Description
General Information

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Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Flexible Hybrid

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Posted Date

05/13/2026

Salary Range: $32.79 - 52.75 Hourly

Employment Type

2 - Staff: Career

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

30467

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Staff Research Associate II will support a multidisciplinary neuroimaging research program focused on understanding brain mechanisms and treatment response in depression. You will assist with participant recruitment, MRI data acquisition, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. This position involves close collaboration with clinical and research teams and requires strong organizational, technical, and analytical skills.

The full hourly salary range for this position is: $32.79 - $52.75

Job Qualifications

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Required:

  • Minimum 2-3 years of related experience or training.
  • Experience with research data collection and management.
  • Familiarity with neuroimaging or behavioral research methods.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency with standard computing tools and data handling.

Preferred:
  • Prior experience with MRI data acquisition or neuroimaging research.
  • Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).
  • Familiarity with neuroimaging software (e.g., FSL, FreeSurfer, AFNI).
  • Experience with human subjects research and IRB protocols.
  • Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and HIPAA regulations.

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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