BFT - Research Student

Mass General Brigham; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a research intern to assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of evaluation projects related to hospital- and community-based health improvement programs. You will help with data collection, surveys, literature reviews, and drafting protocols and reports.

The role emphasizes learning and exposure to laboratory and research settings, with routine clerical tasks, data management, and presentations at lab meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and coordination of evaluation projects.
• Assist with data collection, surveys, and literature reviews.
• Maintain lab notebook and records; prepare protocols and reports.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary
Under the direction of a faculty researcher and program manager, the research student will assist in the development, coordination, and implementation of several evaluation projects of hospital- and community-based health improvement programs. The student will also assist with research, data collection, reports, quantitative analysis, literature review, and drafting protocols and reports. The purpose of this role is a learning experience for the intern/student. Projects differ depending on the department hosting each student.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Records and tracks data and related information, maintaining a lab notebook and other files.
• Conduct analysis and interpretation of the results generated through working by collaborating with postdoc fellows.
• Attend and make presentations at lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Work safely within the lab environment and in performing work duties.
• Clerical and administrative duties in a research setting.
• Assist in the development and design of surveys.
• Coordinate, implement, and monitor data collection activities, including survey administration and interviewing.
• Database management.
• Records and tracks data and related information, maintaining a lab notebook and other files.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials Experience No experience required

• Detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occassionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Temporary

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.50 - $21.80/Hourly

Grade

2

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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