Research Assistant I

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Boston is seeking a Research Assistant I to support research in health information technology. The role involves data collection using various technologies and assisting with project coordination. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and interest in healthcare technology.
• Familiarity with data analysis and collection tools preferred.
• Spanish language proficiency desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection in patient homes.
• Perform literature reviews and assist in manuscript preparation.
• Support IRB submissions and communication with participants.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

REDCap

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

replacement for Safwan Sarker 100624607

Job Summary

The entry level Research Assistant I (RA) will support research in health information technology (HIT) on various studies using biosensors, augmented reality, virtual reality, uncrewed aerial systems, and others to improve advanced care at home.

In affiliation with our Home Hospital program, the RA will be going into patient homes to perform standardized assessments. Access to a vehicle and a valid driver's license preferred, but not a requirement. Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

The entry level Research Assistant I (RA) will support research in health information technology (HIT) on various studies using biosensors, augmented reality, virtual reality, uncrewed aerial systems, and others to improve advanced care at home.

In affiliation with our Home Hospital program, the RA will be going into patient homes to perform standardized assessments. Access to a vehicle and a valid driver's license preferred, but not a requirement. Spanish language proficiency preferred.

This study will provide an opportunity for the RA to explore advanced areas in HIT while supporting this project. The candidate does not need to be familiar with these advanced concepts but must demonstrate an ability to quickly learn and adapt to various technology platforms. The RA will perform literature reviews and help with manuscript preparation.

The RA will support all activities associated with the execution of the research plan including Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and organizing communication with participants, collaborators and project staff. The RA will use Excel and REDCap to assist with data collection and analysis. The position requires strong communication, organizational and analytical skills. The RA's responsibilities will also include administrative tasks and literature searches.

The Division of General Internal Medicine and Primary Care (DGIM) holds an annual Research Day forum for RAs to showcase their contributions via oral and poster presentations and promote professional development through a career panel discussion.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation.

• Initiates data abstraction from a variety of sources including patient medical records, hospital clinical information systems, and stakeholder transcripts.
• Commutes to patient homes alone
• Collects data in patient homes alone.
• Utilizes Excel to assist in data collection efforts, database development, and descriptive data analysis.
• Utilizes REDCap to enable data collection efforts, including development of case report forms and descriptive data analysis. (In-house REDCap training is available.)
• Assists with data analysis and system evaluation.
• Performs literature searches and assists with manuscript preparation.
• Assists with the preparation of talks and presentation materials including PowerPoint slides, tables and graphs.
• Assists with grant progress reports and IRB submissions as needed.
• Presents on work in specified forums.
• Conducts other administrative tasks (photocopying, scheduling, etc.) as needed.
• Sets up team/stakeholder meetings and take minutes
  
  

For all positions that include direct patient care, indicate with an “X” the age(s) of all patient populations served

No Direct Patient Care

All age groups

Adolescence (13 to 17 years)

Neonates (birth to 1 month)

Young Adult (18 to 25 years)

X

Infant (1 month to1year)

Adult (26 to 54 years)

X

Early Childhood (12 months to 5 years)

Senior Adult (55 to 64 years)

X

Late Childhood (6 to 12 years)

Geriatric (65 years and up)

X

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and an interest in healthcare and the use of technology to support clinical care.
• Familiarity with REDCap preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software suite
  
  

Familiarity with a statistical programming language (R, SAS, STATA, etc) preferred

Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required :

• Responsible for database management: create, input data, query, import/export, and restructure database, forms and queries as needed using MS Access, Excel, and RedCap to meet the study team's needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required for working with hospital leadership and study staff.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect.
• Regard for patient privacy essential.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
• Ability to complete work and to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions:

• Cubicle in professional office setting.
• Home visits in the Boston metro area
  
  

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

1620 Tremont Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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