User Study Researcher II (Health Studies Operations Engineer)

$160,659 - $171,059/Yr

ATR International - Cupertino, CA

Full-time

Cupertino, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The User Study Researcher II (Health Studies Operations Engineer) is responsible for supporting the design, coordination, execution, and monitoring of health studies. This role involves managing both early-stage investigations and large-scale research projects aimed at developing new health technologies. The ideal candidate will possess clinical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to autonomously manage projects while ensuring high-quality data collection in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop enrollment and throughput plans.
• Manage and communicate project status with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Drive project scoping with research vendors including quotes, contracts, budget management, and invoicing.
• Deliver high quality, low cost results.
• Identify and resolve risks to schedule and data quality.
• Balance multiple projects across geographic regions throughout the globe.
• Initiate, execute, and report status with keen focus on data quality and schedule.
• Work closely with engineering partners to define study requirements and research goals to design engineering studies and protocols.
• Develop study documents like consent forms, statements of work, and SOPs.
• Order, coordinate, and distribute study supplies to researchers.
• Lead pilot studies and train study personnel on data collection procedures.
• Directly troubleshoot prototype systems, analyze early findings, and make recommendations to refine or iterate on early stage investigations.

Requirements

• BA/BS or higher in biomedical engineering, life sciences, or research-related discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in health research management, engineering operations, or relevant medical/clinical experience.
• Must have 2+ years of experience directly supporting technical operations in a research setting.
• R&D experience with prototype hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute engineering research projects of varying sizes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of managing vendors or contractors to deliver timely results.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree or experience analyzing engineering data is a plus.
• GCP certification (preferred).

Benefits

• MEC/ACP Medical
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Income
• 401k (must meet requirements)
• Sick leave as required by state/county