Hybrid Research Assistant — Data Annotation & Analysis

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Research Assistant I to support multiple research projects by collecting and managing data, reviewing Hebrew SeniorLife clinical notes, and annotating information according to study guidelines. This role collaborates with investigators to ensure accurate, consistent research data and supports project objectives.

The successful candidate will have a B.S. degree in a scientific field, 2–3 years of lab experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to apply

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in scientific discipline, 2-3 years of related laboratory experience.
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to apply standardized guidelines consistently.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical documentation preferred; study-specific training will be provided.
• Experience with data entry, databases, electronic health records, or annotation tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports research activities across assigned projects, including data collection, data entry, database maintenance, and preparation of study materials.
• Reviews and annotates HSL clinical notes using standardized, study-specific guidelines to identify and label clinical information relevant to research objectives.
• Completes annotation training and calibration exercises; applies established annotation criteria consistently and refers ambiguous or complex cases to designated study personnel.
• Performs quality assurance checks on annotated notes and research datasets, documents discrepancies, and participates in resolving annotation disagreements.
• Maintains organized records of annotation decisions, study procedures, and project progress.
• Assists with preparing research protocols, technical reports, summaries, and quantitative analyses under supervision.
• Maintains familiarity with scientific literature relevant to assigned projects.
• Protects the confidentiality of patient information and follows institutional requirements and study protocols for accessing, handling, and storing research data.
• Participates in research team meetings and completes other duties consistent with the position as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Education

B.S. degree in scientific discipline

Tools

Annotation tools

Databases

Electronic health records

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife is seeking a Research Assistant I to support multiple research projects by collecting and managing data, reviewing Hebrew SeniorLife clinical notes, and annotating information according to study guidelines. This role collaborates with investigators to ensure accurate, consistent research data and supports project objectives.

The successful candidate will have a B.S. degree in a scientific field, 2–3 years of lab experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to apply