Neurobiology Research Assistant, Brain Aging Program

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Research Assistant in the Framingham, MA area to support the Framingham Heart Study Brain Aging Program. The role involves neuropsychological testing, data entry, standardized interviews, and coordinating study activities for participants aged 25 to 100+ years.

Travel for testing may be required. The position emphasizes collaboration with investigators, chart reviews for disease indicators, and assisting with recruitment and administrative tasks to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with neuropsychological testing or related data collection preferred.
• Willingness to travel for testing visits as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, coordinate, and data entry of neuropsychological testing, digital tasks, standardized interviews, and motor examinations for participants aged 25–100+.
• Prepare case reports and coordinate consensus adjudication meetings.
• Review participant charts and medical records for disease indicators (e.g., dementia, Alzheimer's disease) and assist recruitment.
• Lead and coordinate short- and long-term projects with investigators as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boston University is seeking a Research Assistant in the Framingham, MA area to support the Framingham Heart Study Brain Aging Program. The role involves neuropsychological testing, data entry, standardized interviews, and coordinating study activities for participants aged 25 to 100+ years.

Travel for testing may be required. The position emphasizes collaboration with investigators, chart reviews for disease indicators, and assisting with recruitment and administrative tasks to ensure smooth