Research Jobs in Irvine, CA
Research jobs in Irvine are concentrated in the Irvine Spectrum, University Research Park, and the Irvine Business Complex, where UC Irvine Health, AbbVie, and JenaValve Technology and others are actively hiring. Demand runs strong across biotech, pharmaceutical sciences, technology, and academic research tied to nearby UC Irvine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top credentialBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
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Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
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UC Irvine Health
Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
Irvine, California
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Cox Automotive
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UC Irvine Health
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Temporary Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
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UC Irvine Health
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Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
UC Irvine Health·Irvine, California
Job functions:
$45.04 - $74.15/hr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
Responsibilities:
Preferred:
Special Conditions:
Total Rewards
Conditions of Employment:
Closing Statement:
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) maintains one of the largest programs of integrative health interventions: both in ambulatory and inpatient settings. SSIHI's mission is to transform health care by combining conventional Western medicine with evidence based integrative therapies to address the body, mind, spirit, and community UCI Health. Its vision is to make integrative care the national standard of care for all people.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Outcomes Research within the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI), the Senior Clinical Research Coordinator (SCRC) supports the clinical research efforts of SSIHI by providing comprehensive coordination and data management for complicated Phase I-IV protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedure (SOPs), and University policies and procedures.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the integrative health-related trials (Phase I-IV) for protocol specific requirements, research procedures, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answer research patient questions, schedule appointments, etc.
Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
The incumbent is responsible, under the direction of the Director of Outcomes Research, to provide training and guidance to other clinical research coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and providing ongoing analysis of internal processes and providing recommendations for new policies and procedures to improve overall operational efficiency and customer service.
In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the NCCIH
Qualifications:
The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the integrative health-related trials (Phase I-IV) for protocol specific requirements, research procedures, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answer research patient questions, schedule appointments, etc.
Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
The incumbent is responsible, under the direction of the Director of Outcomes Research, to provide training and guidance to other clinical research coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and providing ongoing analysis of internal processes and providing recommendations for new policies and procedures to improve overall operational efficiency and customer service.
In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the NCCIH
Required:
- Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff
- Ability to establish and maintain files and records
- Access to transportation to off-site research locations
- Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others
- Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly
- Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well organized reports, summaries, and correspondence
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions
- Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment
- Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
- Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds
- Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality with short time frames, under rigid deadlines, and /or in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands
- Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments
- Ability to think critically, compiles data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of team
- Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties
- Ability to perform ongoing needs analysis and recommend solutions to resolve concern.
- Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while implementing institutional change
- High level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality
- Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with integrative health research.
- Current nationally-recognized clinical research coordinator certification (e.g. Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), etc.)
- Knowledge with various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, industrial, and Investigator-authored.
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Certified Clinical Research Professional through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
- 5 to 7 Years of related clinical research coordination work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience
Preferred:
- Experience with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore.
Special Conditions:
- May require study management coordination outside of normal business hours.
- May require travel to satellite sites.
Total Rewards
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
- Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
UC Irvine Health
Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
Irvine, California
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$45.04 - $74.15/hr
Bachelor of Science
Job Description
Overview:
Responsibilities:
Preferred:
Special Conditions:
Total Rewards
Conditions of Employment:
Closing Statement:
Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.
The Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI) maintains one of the largest programs of integrative health interventions: both in ambulatory and inpatient settings. SSIHI's mission is to transform health care by combining conventional Western medicine with evidence based integrative therapies to address the body, mind, spirit, and community UCI Health. Its vision is to make integrative care the national standard of care for all people.
Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Director of Outcomes Research within the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute (SSIHI), the Senior Clinical Research Coordinator (SCRC) supports the clinical research efforts of SSIHI by providing comprehensive coordination and data management for complicated Phase I-IV protocols according to Good Clinical Practices (GCP), internal standard operating procedure (SOPs), and University policies and procedures.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the integrative health-related trials (Phase I-IV) for protocol specific requirements, research procedures, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answer research patient questions, schedule appointments, etc.
Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
The incumbent is responsible, under the direction of the Director of Outcomes Research, to provide training and guidance to other clinical research coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and providing ongoing analysis of internal processes and providing recommendations for new policies and procedures to improve overall operational efficiency and customer service.
In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the NCCIH
Qualifications:
The incumbent is responsible for supporting and coordinating all aspects of the integrative health-related trials (Phase I-IV) for protocol specific requirements, research procedures, research chart preparation, data collection, and record keeping. Attends clinic to assist the Principal Investigator (PI) with recruitment, screening, consenting, administering questionnaires, answer research patient questions, schedule appointments, etc.
Serve as the liaison to sponsors, governing agencies and facilitate transmission of verbal and written communication to other research entities as needed. The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining communication with all elements of a multi-level research network, including attending Disease Oriented Teams (DOTs) meetings, interacting with sponsoring agencies including National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), and compliance and regulatory groups such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and sponsor monitors.
The incumbent is responsible, under the direction of the Director of Outcomes Research, to provide training and guidance to other clinical research coordinators, demonstrating best practices, and providing ongoing analysis of internal processes and providing recommendations for new policies and procedures to improve overall operational efficiency and customer service.
In addition, this individual must accurately maintain clinical trial information in the clinical trial management system (OnCore) and adhere to institutional policies and external Cancer Center Support Grant guidelines for reporting to the NCCIH
Required:
- Ability to interact with the public, faculty, and staff
- Ability to establish and maintain files and records
- Access to transportation to off-site research locations
- Willingness to work as a supportive, cooperative member of an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrated high-level communication skills to convey information in a clear and concise way, synthesizing information and presenting it to others
- Demonstrated problem solving capabilities to resolve concerns that arise unexpectedly
- Demonstrated ability to research, properly evaluate information, and prepare concise, well organized reports, summaries, and correspondence
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a complex and dynamic workload
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, despite interruptions
- Ability to independently exercise discretion and sound judgment
- Ability to work collegially and cooperatively in a small office and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
- Demonstrated skill in interacting with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds
- Ability to prioritize assignments and achieve high productivity/quality with short time frames, under rigid deadlines, and /or in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands
- Skill in working independently, taking initiative and following through on assignments
- Ability to think critically, compiles data from various sources, analyze data, and prepare reports.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of team
- Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong commitment to duties
- Ability to perform ongoing needs analysis and recommend solutions to resolve concern.
- Ability to work within a deadline-driven structure
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining flexibility and adaptability while implementing institutional change
- High level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality
- Foster and promote a positive attitude and professional appearance
- Strong attention to detail
- Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with integrative health research.
- Current nationally-recognized clinical research coordinator certification (e.g. Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), etc.)
- Knowledge with various types of human subject clinical trials i.e., National Group, industrial, and Investigator-authored.
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Certified Clinical Research Professional through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
- 5 to 7 Years of related clinical research coordination work experience with Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science, or equivalent experience
Preferred:
- Experience with clinical trial management systems, preferably OnCore.
Special Conditions:
- May require study management coordination outside of normal business hours.
- May require travel to satellite sites.
Total Rewards
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Employment Misconduct*
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
- Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
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- UC Irvine Health145
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- Medtronic48
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- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Research Jobs in Irvine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research job in Irvine?
The strongest hiring in Irvine sits in life sciences, biotech, and technology, with employers clustered in the Irvine Spectrum and University Research Park corridors. Candidates who stand out typically bring hands-on lab experience, familiarity with regulatory protocols, or data analysis skills relevant to their target sector. Connecting with research teams at UC Irvine or targeting the pharmaceutical and medical device companies that anchor the local market gives applicants a concrete edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire researchs in Irvine?
Companies currently hiring researchs in Irvine include UC Irvine Health, AbbVie, and JenaValve Technology, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Irvine's employer mix skews heavily toward life sciences firms, contract research organizations, and technology companies that maintain dedicated research and development divisions locally.
Are there remote research jobs in Irvine?
Yes, though availability depends on the role type, since hands-on lab and clinical research positions are almost always on-site while literature review, data analysis, and regulatory research roles can be done remotely. About 33% of research openings tied to Irvine are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the city's mix of bench and desk-based roles. Analytical and research operations positions at technology and pharmaceutical companies tend to offer the most flexibility.
How can I get a research job in Irvine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Irvine is a research assistant or junior analyst role with a biotech, contract research organization, or technology firm in the Irvine Spectrum area. UC Irvine's proximity means many local employers actively recruit new graduates and offer paid internships that convert to full-time positions. Highlighting coursework in relevant methods, any independent project work, or familiarity with tools like R, Python, or standard lab instrumentation helps candidates move past the experience gap.
Which industries hire the most researchs in Irvine?
Most research openings in Irvine sit in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Irvine's identity as a planned business hub with strong life sciences infrastructure and proximity to UC Irvine makes those sectors the consistent engines of local research hiring.
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