Research Associate

Heluna Health invites applications for the position of Research in the Center on Substance Use and Health (CSUH) of Population Health Division of the San Francisco Department of Public Health.

The Center on Substance Use and Health conducts pharmacologic and behavioral interventions and observational studies to maximize the health outcomes of people who use alcohol, methamphetamine, cocaine, opioids, and other substances.

We work with people who are actively using substances and focus on meeting their goals related to their substance use, including use reduction, prevention or treatment of infectious diseases, or prevention of drug overdose.

We conduct research in a community-based environment in downtown San Francisco, with the facilities and resources needed to perform complex clinical research studies (suite of exam rooms, alarmed pharmacy for medication trials, and on-site CLIA-waived laboratory).

We are proud to treat people who use substances with respect and dignity and enjoy a close-knit culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and fun.

We are seeking an outgoing, committed, detail-oriented, energetic person to join our study team.

This is a temporary, full time, grant-funded, and benefitted position.  Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

Evening work may be required. 

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered. 

Pay Range: $32.69-$36.04 per hour

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Research Associate will be responsible for a wide variety of duties and projects related to behavioral and pharmacologic studies in the field of substance use. 

Research Aspect: Assisting with participant visits for the Behavioral Safety and Fentanyl Education (BSAFE) study.

The BSAFE study is evaluating a behavioral counseling intervention to prevent accidental fentanyl overdose among individuals who use stimulants (methamphetamine or cocaine).

In this role, the Research Associate will assist with the administration of study surveys to participants and other study visit procedures.

Recruitment Aspect: Conducting recruitment activities for all pharmacologic and behavioral interventions and observational trials within our unit.

Special Requirements: Must be comfortable working with substance users and diverse populations in public and private, outdoor and indoor settings such as; HIV clinics, transgender health clinics, behavioral health clinics, community-based organizations, needle exchanges, sex clubs and other environments.

Applicants must also have experience with street-based recruitment (active and passive).

Candidates for the position must be willing to learn a variety of skills related to recruiting and details about our research studies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


* Support the investigators of this close-knit research team in the conduct of research protocols within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.


* Conduct telephone recruitment, eligibility screening, and data entry
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