MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT OCHIN
OCHIN is a nonprofit leader in health care innovation and a trusted partner to a growing national provider network, delivering the clinical insights and tailored technologies needed to expand patient access, strengthen care teams, and improve the health of rural and medically underserved communities.
We are hiring for a number of new positions to meet increasing demand. When you choose to join OCHIN, you have the opportunity to continuously grow your skills and do meaningful work to help fulfill our vision of good health and well-being for everyone.
At OCHIN, we value the unique perspectives and experiences of every individual and work hard to maintain a culture rooted in our values.
Founded in Oregon in 2000, OCHIN employs a growing virtual workforce of more than 1,200 skilled professionals, working remotely across 49 states. We offer a generous compensation package and are committed to supporting our employees’ entire well-being by fostering a healthy work-life balance and opportunity for professional advancement. We are curious, collaborative learners who strive to live our values every day. OCHIN is excited to support our continued national expansion and the increasing demand for our innovative tools and services by welcoming new talent to our growing team.
Position Overview:
The Research Associate will provide professional, substantive, technical, and administrative support to clinicians and researchers in the implementation, day-to-day operations, financial stewardship, management of timelines and deliverables, and dissemination of findings on research projects.
Essential Functions:
Research Project Management & Coordination
- Lead and support research projects from planning through closeout.
- Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment of timelines, resources, budgets, and deliverables.
- Collaborate effectively with investigators, project teams, finance departments, and partner organizations to achieve project goals.
- Identify barriers, implement solutions, and adjust project plans as needed to maintain progress.
Research Methods & Data Management
- Demonstrated understanding of health services research, study design, and research methodologies.
- Support the translation and operationalization of research protocols and study activities.
- Apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to support study objectives.
- Manage data collection, transfers, and quality control processes.
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with study protocols and data use agreements.
Participant & Stakeholder Engagement
- Recruit, engage, and manage study participants.
- Collaborate with research partners, advisors, stakeholders, and partner sites to support study implementation.
- Foster strong working relationships that encourage participation, compliance, and successful project outcomes.
Research Compliance & Administration
- Oversee regulatory requirements, including IRB submissions, approvals, and ongoing compliance activities.
- Manage study agreements and ensure adherence to research governance requirements.
- Support research administration and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Reporting, Dissemination & Communication
- Prepare and coordinate research deliverables, including reports, manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and other dissemination materials.
- Schedule and facilitate project meetings and stakeholder communications.
- Track milestones, action items, and project progress to ensure successful execution.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Demonstrate exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Resolve issues, negotiate project adjustments, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, improvement, and operational excellence throughout the research process.
