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Research Director
Job ID

Posted
23-Sep-2025
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Research
Location(s)
El Segundo - California - United States of America, Glendale - California - United States of America, Irvine - California - United States of America, Los Angeles - California - United States of America, Ontario - California - United States of America
About The Role:
As a CBRE Research Director, you will oversee the work of the Los Angeles region (greater LA, Orange County and Inland Empire) research team, to collect market intelligence and deliver actionable and valuable insights to local business leadership, sales professionals and clients. We are looking for an outgoing, articulate and dynamic research leader who can be a partner in improving the platform, interacting with clients, and helping local sales professionals win business and drive revenue growth.
What You'll Do:
Partnership, engagement and expertise:
- Regularly engage with market leaders and key brokers to gather feedback on research support at the point of sale, ensure strategic alignment of research priorities and initiatives, and identify areas of improvement.
- Participate in kickoff meetings for key pitches and pursuits, mobilize team resources to meet the specific needs of pitches and pursuits, and present research findings to clients.
- Confidently engage with clients and collaborate with the sales team to craft and deliver compelling market narratives during pitches and client presentations.
- Cultivate strong working relationships with Los Angeles-area business publications and trade organizations by actively seeking speaking opportunities to amplify the CBRE brand and establishing CBRE as leading resource for these organizations.
Manager of local data operations and research report outputs:
- Ensure data integrity and lead local data collection efforts by maintaining and updating a proprietary database with real estate market data, including, but not limited to, availability, vacancy and lease rates, lease and salecomparables, development activity, and tenant occupancy.
- Coordinate the delivery and updates of standard Field Research outputs such as quarterly Figures reports, building stacks and skylines, and market overviews.
- Collaborate with local leadership and national thought leaders on a thoughtful agenda of local content and reports focused on compelling real estate and economic trends.
- Provide key insights and implications for commercial real estate.
Leader and people manager for the Los Angeles area research team:
- Responsible for hiring, budgeting, task delegation, and project deadlines.
- Provide formal supervision to individual employees within the research team.
- Plan and monitor appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime.
- Prepare and deliver performance appraisal for staff.
- Mentor team members to foster their professional development and enhance their proficiencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
_Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future._
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate, with a minimum of 3 years of experience leading and managing a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to prepare and deliver effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups.
- Outgoing and capable of establishing relationships that enable collaboration as well as the gathering of market intelligence. Ability to build trust and rapport internally with sales team and other internal and external business partners across the market.
- Ability to respond to the most critical issues and exercise discretion and sound judgment.
- Ability to motivate and negotiate with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action.
- Expertise on the California real estate market. In-depth knowledge of commercial real estate terms and principles. Ability to calculate complex figures. Conducts business analysis including the preparation of reports.
- Ability to solve advanced problems and take care of a variety of options in complex situations.
- Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. Draws upon the analysis of others and develop recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Comfortable using dashboard software such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Knowledge of Company research systems as well as internal and external information sources.
Why CBRE?
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Research Director position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Research Director position is $170,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at or via telephone at (U.S.) and (Canada).
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

About Us:

Each of CenExel's research sites specialize in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. Our Centers of Excellence comprise some of the most well respected and long-standing research facilities in the country. Specialty areas of research across our sites include Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. Each of our Centers of Excellence has tremendous experience and expertise in complex early phase trials, and all our sites have in-patient capability. We focus on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.

Along with an exceptional work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and optimal work-life balance, CenExel Clinical Research also provides highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to full-time employees after 30 days of employment, including Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Ins, and 401k.

Hourly Range: 21.00 - 23.00/hr ( Depending on education, experience, and skillset)

Schedule: ( 8:00 am to 4:30 pm) Monday - Friday + must be able to work rotating weekends.

Job Summary:

With moderate oversight, the Pharmacy Technician I will assist in providing support of clinical investigational drug trials; provide accurate and efficient dispensing of medication, and perform cross-functional duties as required.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Monitors pharmacy activities daily to ensure adherence to study protocols and dispensing procedures.
• Prepare and dispense investigational drugs in accordance with the IRB-approved protocols under the supervision of the Pharmacist or site management.
• Assist Pharmacist or site management in preparing blinded study products.
• Ensure the appropriate storage of investigational drugs according to the protocol and FDA guidelines.
• Monitor temperature of pharmacy storage areas and alert Pharmacist or site management of any temperature excursions of study drug.
• Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies.
• Rotates stock to ensure use before expiration date.
• Monitors expiration date and supply of drug for clinical trials.
• Prepares medication for dispensing to patients enrolled in inpatient study protocols.
• Supports and ensures strictest adherence to best practices, FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), CenExel standard operating procedures, site working Practices, protocol, and company guidelines and policies.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician required.
• Minimum of 1 year related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and medical supplies.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Attention to detail.

Working Conditions

1. Indoor, Clinic environment.
2. Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, walking.
3. Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
4. Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.
5. On-site work arrangement.

CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.

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**Clinical Research Coordinator II**
**Kelly® Science & Clinical** is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Coordinator II for a full-time, direct hire opportunity with our client who has been recognized as one of the largest independent, multi-site clinical research companies in the US.
If you are passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust **The Experts at Hiring Experts.**
+ **Location** : Onsite/Newport Beach, CA (additional site coverage needed for Mission Viejo, CA)
+ **Job Opportunity** : Full-Time/Direct Hire
+ **Salary** : $ /Hour (which includes occasional overtime, PTO, and competitive benefit options)
**Position Overview**
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) is a specialized research professional working with and under the guidance of the clinical research site management and Principal Investigator (PI). While the PI is primarily responsible for the overall conduct of the clinical trial, the CRC manages, supports, facilitates and coordinates the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study.
**Responsibilities**
+ Assisting trial Investigator in screening and reviewing potential study participants eligibility.
+ Maintaining case report forms, charts and documentation.
+ Mentoring, training, and high-level oversight of other clinical research coordinators and research assistants.
+ Ensuring that all clinical activities are carried out in accordance with established research protocol and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
+ Collecting and entering data as necessary.
+ Assist management with potential new hire selection and shadowing process.
+ Assist with study start-up, maintenance, and close-out of studies as needed for those on the team.
+ Ability to be flexible with study assignments.
**Qualifications**
+ Clinical Research Coordinator with at least two years of relevant experience.
+ Phlebotomy experience is highly preferred.
+ Previous experience as a medical assistant, LPN, or RN.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to learn quickly, read and understand complex protocols, follow detailed directions, and multi-tasking.
+ Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of patients, employees, and company information at all times and adhere to HIPAA Guidelines.
+ Extensive clinical trial knowledge through education and/or experience.
+ Successful completion of GCP Certification and Advanced CRC preferred.
+ Detail-oriented.
+ Familiarity with the Code of Federal Regulations as they pertain to human subject protection.
+ Strong interpersonal skills.
**Benefits**
A career opportunity with our client offers competitive wages, and benefits such as:
+ 401(k), 401(k) Matching
+ Dental Insurance
+ Disability Insurance
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
+ Health Insurance
+ Life Insurance
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Vision Insurance
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?
Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.