Research Associate
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026.
Position Summary
Odyssey is looking for a Research Associate to support the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE), to support the execution of clinical research efforts under the supervision of the project lead(s). In this role, you will participate in aspects of research including but not limited to recruiting and consenting participants in the clinic or in operational field settings, data collection and organization, literature reviews, structured interviews, analysis and interpretation of basic data, and preparation of data files, technical reports, summaries and protocols. This job is onsite in San Diego, California.
***Contingent upon contract award***
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Supports the execution of clinical research efforts and investigations under the supervision of the project lead(s).
- Participates in recruiting and consenting participants, data collection and organization to include quality checks/quality control activities, literature reviews, structured interviews and providing basic data analysis.
- Assists with the preparation of data files, technical/analytic reports, and summaries.
- Maintains clear and accurate records, inventories, and documentation.
- Verifies and corrects data entry for research projects, supports senior staff in quality control and provides troubleshooting.
- Provides written and verbal updates to senior leadership.
- Assists the team on program/project improvement initiatives, implementation science study, and may support the development, reporting and analysis of study/ program performance through relevant methods.
- Prepares requests for actions/proposals to include assisting with grant proposal applications and associated documentation and requirements. Facilitates the flow and approval processes for relevant projects as needed.
- May contribute to poster/presentations/manuscript.
***Contingent upon contract award***
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Clearance: Ability to Obtain Secret
Education: Bachelor's degree required, Master’s Degree preferred. Extensive research experience may be considered in lieu of a graduate degree. Must complete CITI/ HIPAA training.
Years of Experience: 2-4 years of experience in social science, health, or neurological research required; human subjects preferred. Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care preferred.
Certifications: Current certification in Basic Life Support if working in a hospital environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of standard qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques.
- Ability to work well independently and with a team; familiarity with social science research methodology is required.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills required.
- Ability to work comfortably with computer software, including Microsoft Office and basic statistical or data entry software.
- Adherence to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy.
- Provides research guidance to junior research staff.
- May encounter patients who are confused, agitated or abusive. Must be available to travel locally, regionally and nationally.
Additional Information:
Location: 34800 Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, San Diego, CA
Travel: some required.
Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite
***Contingent upon contract award***
Company Overview
Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.
Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Please Note:
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey Benefits