Research Assistant - Orthopedic Research - CSSD (Children's Specialist of SD)

San Diego, California

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Job ID: 18536
Date posted: 03/19/2026
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: Ortho Research

This employment opportunity is being recruited by Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego on behalf of Children's Specialists of San Diego.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Research Assistant for Orthopedic Research position is responsible for providing administrative, entry-level research support to the Orthopedic Research division. The Research Assistant works under direct supervision of the Research Associate/Coordinator to assist with data collection and data entry phase duties for various studies. This position supports the department in assisting with project specific duties to carry study to completion and provides support to Research Associates or Coordinators as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree

0-3 Years of Experience in a research division

Knowledge of general research practices

Strong computer skills including MS Office software

Knowledge of basic anatomy

Good communication skills, both written and oral

Proficient on database & spreadsheet software

Demonstrates knowledge and ability to collect appropriate data/clinical information

Utilizes appropriate data/clinical information in daily activities

Maintains confidentiality of data/clinical information

Communicates/documents information in a timely and effective manner

Participates effectively as a team member

Demonstrates initiative, good judgment, and organization

Demonstrates appropriate work attendance and punctuality

Ability to work independently

The expected hiring range for this position is $22.00 to $30.27

Children’s Specialists of San Diego is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.

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