Research Assistant

IMDiversity; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IMDiversity in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Research Assistant for the Family Medicine Department. This role involves vital research, management, and administrative support for health-related research projects aimed at improving community health outcomes. If you are passionate about public health and skilled in coordinating with teams and stakeholders, this position is for you.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. The salary for this full-time position ranges from $50,000 to $60,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and up to 3 years related experience.
• Basic familiarity with IRB protocols and research procedures.
• Experience working with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and collaborate with project partners to support research initiatives.
• Assist research teams in implementing research protocols and data collection.
• Conduct literature searches and contribute to report writing.
• Maintain detailed records and facilitate meetings with project teams.
• Ensure compliance with university and sponsor policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with IRB protocols

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Research Assistant

Position Information

Position Title: Research Assistant

Department: Family Medicine

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Are you ready to contribute to impactful health research that benefits communities? The Primary Care Research Institute (PCRI) at the Family Medicine Department is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant to provide essential research, management, and administrative support for health‑related research projects. PCRI has been recognized as a leader in translating research into practice and communities, with both local and national impact.

In this role, you will collaborate with research teams and community partners to support the successful implementation of health research and evaluation protocols. Your contributions will help generate meaningful insights to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes for diverse populations.

We are looking for a self‑motivated, highly organized professional with a passion for public health and research. You should be able to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and handle time‑sensitive tasks with accuracy and confidentiality. Join us at the Primary Care Research Institute and play a key role in research that makes a real difference in community health!

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating and collaborating with project partners and stakeholders to support research initiatives.
• Assisting research teams in implementing research protocols, assisting with data collection, and contributing to data management and analysis.
• Conducting literature searches, assisting with report writing, and contributing to the preparation of research materials.
• Organizing and facilitating meetings with project teams, maintaining detailed records and ensuring clear communication.
• Providing administrative support, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor policies, including IRB protocols.
• Performing quantitative and qualitative data collection and basic descriptive analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and up to 3 years related experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
• Basic familiarity with IRB protocols and research procedures, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web‑based platforms, is required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills are essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience in research, academic, or healthcare settings.
• Experience working with diverse communities and external partners is highly valued.

Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action

As an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Angela Henke

Contact's Title: Department Administrator

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000