Research Associate I – Patient-Centered Research

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Prepare proposals, protocols, and reports through internet and literature searches .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare research, including data management, literature review, and implementation science. Proficient in drafting reports and proposals while effectively communicating and collaborating within project teams.

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Healthcare Research ExperienceImplementation Science KnowledgeData Management SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisLiterature ReviewModel ProgrammingData EntryQualitative CodingQuantitative Data ReviewProposal PreparationEpidemiological Data ExtractionSite ManagementFinancial Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-Solving MindsetAbility to MultitaskTeam CollaborationEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Scientific DisciplineBachelor’s Degree in Scientific Discipline

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ResearchImplementation ScienceCognitive InterviewsFocus GroupsIRB SubmissionsClient MeetingsData Collection ToolsDecision-Analytic ModelsCost-Effectiveness AnalysisScientific Articles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare proposals, protocols, and reports through internet and literature searches
Conduct literature reviews and abstract data from scientific articles
Participate in and oversee site recruitment, site contracting, IRB submissions, site management, and site training
Track enrollment and scheduling
Manage data, including data entry and review
Assist with data analysis, qualitative code books, coding, and review of quantitative data tables
Conduct one-on-one cognitive interviews and co-moderate focus groups
Compile data collection tools
Extract epidemiological and clinical data
Perform model programming for larger parts of models
Delegate and communicate efficiently within and outside the project team
Assist with financial management
Support implementation of simulation and decision-analytic models assessing healthcare intervention cost-effectiveness
Assist project managers across multiple projects
Draft sections of deliverables, including reports, dossiers, protocols, and spreadsheets
Participate in abstract and manuscript preparation and project proposals
Participate in client meetings and prepare meeting minutes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in scientific discipline and at least one year of experience in healthcare research; or bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline and at least two years of experience in healthcare research
Coursework in implementation science and/or experience with implementation science studies
An equivalency consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience may be considered sufficient
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
Basic understanding of research methods
Basic knowledge of implementation science theories, models, and frameworks and/or behavioral theories, models and frameworks
Ability to multitask
Good communication skills
Problem-solving mindset
Attention to detail
Ability to work well within a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
National medical and dental plans
National vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Fully remote work