Research Assistant, Framingham Heart Study

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Framingham Heart Study cardiovascular biobank program. You will work under the direction of two principal investigators, overseeing participant surveys, discussing the cardiac donation program with interested participants, obtaining consent, and maintaining a database of consented participants.

Responsibilities include coordinating between the cardiac procurement and wet lab teams, ensuring ongoing participation, and providing

Job description

Research Assistant, Framingham Heart Study

Job Description

Research Assistant, Framingham Heart Study

Category: Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional

Job Location: Framingham, MA, United States

Tracking Code: 26501038570820

Posted Date: 9/1/2026

Salary Grade: Grade 43

Expected Hiring Range Minimum: $15.19

Expected Hiring Range Maximum: $24.38

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and reliable research coordinator for the Framingham Heart Study cardiovascular biobank program under the direction of two PI's. The research coordinator activities include overseeing a survey of participants, discussing the cardiac donation program with interested participants, obtaining participant consent, maintaining the database of consented participants, periodic 24/7 pager coverage, coordination between the cardiac procurement and wet lab teams, and annual verification of continued participation in the heart biobank donation program among participants who have provided consent. Qualified candidates will work collaboratively in a tight-knit, passionate research team spanning various training levels, disciplines, and degrees focused on understanding cardiovascular pathophysiology. We anticipate on-the-job learning and growth and seek individuals who are motivated to learn efficiently for independent work and leadership in this position.

Required Skills

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Location: Framingham, MA

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Salary Grade: $15.19-$24.38