Research Assistant (Los Angeles)

Research Associate

Pay: $25/hr

Shift: 5 days per week (will include weekends)

Hours: 8-6p *must be flexible

Duration: Full time commitment from April 27 to September

Prior Experience

• Strong Interpersonal Background (Ex: customer service, retail, operations support, field services, logistics, hospitality, or other client‑facing or operational roles)

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to move between designated locations as needed

• Personal vehicle & valid drivers license required to interview

Shift Requirements:

• Willingness to provide coverage or support on short notice when operational needs arise

• Flexibility to support a dynamic schedule across 7 days per week (will be scheduled for 5 full‑time days)

Education:

• HS Diploma Required

Additional:

• Strong reliability, punctuality, and professionalism

• Comfort supporting operational and research‑related workflows

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Education: B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Human Factors, Psychology, Communications or similar fields

• Experience: Prior experience with user research/usability studies preferred

Job Description

Hiring reliable Field Operations Associates to support a fast‑paced product research project throughout Los Angeles.

Overview: In this role, you will assist with the coordination and secure transfer of research materials between designated locations and a central office, helping to ensure smooth daily operations. Strong reliability and full‑time availability required - will be scheduled for 5 days including weekends.

Use of your personal vehicle is required for this role, mileage/travel will be reimbursed.

About the team:

This team operates within a highly collaborative, performance‑driven environment that emphasizes clear communication and shared accountability for delivering consistent, high‑quality results.

Compensation:

$25/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.