Geriatrics Research Specialist: Data & Assessments

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Research Specialist for the New England Centenarian Study and Long Life Family Study. The RS will collect and manage study participant data, perform cognitive testing, vital signs, carotid ultrasound coordination, and phlebotomy as needed during in-person home visits, telephone, and video visits.

Responsibilities include data quality checks, resolving flagged data, and annual follow-up data collection via mailed and telephone-administered questionnaires.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience required.
• Experience with clinical data collection and data quality control is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage study participant data during visits (in-person, phone, video).
• Score cognitive data and process digital cognitive and physical function data.
• Coordinate phlebotomy, specimen processing, and lab logistics as needed.
• Perform and assist with neuropsychological assessments and physical function measures.

Skills

1-3 years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boston University is seeking a Research Specialist for the New England Centenarian Study and Long Life Family Study. The RS will collect and manage study participant data, perform cognitive testing, vital signs, carotid ultrasound coordination, and phlebotomy as needed during in-person home visits, telephone, and video visits.

Responsibilities include data quality checks, resolving flagged data, and annual follow-up data collection via mailed and telephone-administered questionnaires.