Research Assistant I

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. within Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Research Assistant to support Nurses’ Health Study data analyses, cancer diagnosis confirmation, data entry and cleaning, and statistical work with study investigators.

The role involves preparing tables, drafting manuscripts, and contributing to literature reviews. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Science, with SAS experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Science; a degree in epidemiology is preferred.
• MPH or similar epidemiologic training is preferred but not required.
• Experience with SAS and data analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis within large study populations.
• Review medical records to confirm disease diagnoses.
• Perform data entry and data cleaning tasks.
• Carry out statistical analyses and summarize results in tables/graphs.
• Draft manuscripts presenting data results and interpretations.
• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to grant writing.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including diagnostic follow-up support.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Computer skills

SAS data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Tools

SAS

Job description

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Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.

Job Summary

The per Diem Research Assistant will conduct data analysis in Nurses’ Health Study and other cohort studies. Contribute to cancer diagnosis confirmation and conduct data entry and data cleaning. Conduct statistical analyses for study investigator. Create summary tables, and draft manuscripts. Conduct literature reviews and contribute to grant writing. Additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree Science required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

• MPH, MS in epidemiology or equivalent experience working in epidemilogic research setting preferred.
• Experience in SAS and data analysis preferred.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• 1) Conduct data analysis within large study population.
• 2) Review medical records to confirm disease diagnoses.
• 3) Conduct data entry and data cleaning.
• 4) Conduct statistical analysis. Summarize results in tables and graphs.
• 5) Write manuscripts presenting data results and interpretation of findings.
• 6) Conduct literature reviews and write up reports.
• 7) Performs all other duties as assigned including assisting with other diagnostic follow-up and general office procedures.

Skills / Abilities / Competencies Required

• 1) Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills. High degree of communication skills and ability to speak professionally with investigators and study physicians.
• 2) Must have the ability to work independently and in a timely fashion.
• 3) Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the job is necessary to obtain valid research results.
• 4) Needs ability to relate and work well with individuals from various backgrounds and fields of expertise.
• 5) Must have experience with computers and word processing skills.
• 6) Must have data analysis skills, and experience using SAS.

Working Conditions

• Research academic office environment

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Physical Requirements None

Remote Type

Hybrid Work Location 399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.00 - $29.01/Hourly Grade 5

Benefits

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and TitleI 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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