Research Assistant, Brain Aging & Neuropsych Testing

Boston University; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Medical Campus, Framingham-based, seeks a Research Assistant for the NIA-funded Framingham Heart Study Brain Aging Program (FHS-BAP). The role covers neuropsychological testing, digital tasks, standardized interviews, and motor exams for 25–100+ year-old participants.

You will prepare case reports and coordinate adjudication meetings. Responsibilities include chart review, participant recruitment, and data entry; you may participate in multiple projects with investigators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Some travel may be required for testing of participants.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 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; assist with recruitment and data entry.
• Lead and coordinate short- and long-term projects with investigators as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boston University Medical Campus, Framingham-based, seeks a Research Assistant for the NIA-funded Framingham Heart Study Brain Aging Program (FHS-BAP). The role covers neuropsychological testing, digital tasks, standardized interviews, and motor exams for 25–100+ year-old participants.

You will prepare case reports and coordinate adjudication meetings. Responsibilities include chart review, participant recruitment, and data entry; you may participate in multiple projects with investigators.