Research Assistant I NEUROLOGY IK

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,174,000 - 83,109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Research Assistant to support a prospective study of mood and neuropsychiatric symptoms in multiple sclerosis (MS).

The role involves recruiting participants, coordinating data collection, and maintaining study records in REDCap, with strong patient communication throughout the process. You will work closely with the Principal Investigator and study team, handle regulatory documentation, and help monitor safety criteria while supporting study

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science required.
• New grad with some relevant coursework (0-1 year preferred).
• Knowledge, skills and abilities: good interpersonal and communication skills, careful attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, computer literacy, ability to follow directions and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
• Study cohort management.
• Outreach communication with subjects, mailings, follow-ups, and obtaining documents.
• Review mood and neuropsychiatric questionnaires and monitor safety criteria per study procedures.
• Maintain recruitment and enrollment records, monitor data completeness, and assist with IRB/regulatory documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Job description

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 SummarySummaryProvides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned.Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification.Does this position require Patient Care?NoEssential Functions-Responsible for data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.-Study cohort management.-Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up on mailings, and obtaining necessary documents.-Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research.QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree Science requiredExperienceNew grad with some relevant coursework0-1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Good interpersonal and communication skills.- Careful attention to detail.- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.- Computer literacy, including database tools.- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.Additional Job Details (if applicable)The Center for Brain Circuit Therapeutics is seeking a Research Assistant to work on a prospective study of mood and other neuropsychiatric symptoms in multiple sclerosis (MS). The study combines clinical questionnaires with structural and functional brain imaging to investigate how MS brain changes contribute to neuropsychiatric symptoms.The research assistant will recruit and enroll participants with MS, primarily through telephone and virtual contact. Responsibilities will include contacting potential participants, reviewing the study and informed consent, coordinating data collection, following participants through study completion and maintaining study records in REDCap.Strong patient-facing communication skills are central to this position. The Research Assistant should be able to establish rapport with study participants, explain study procedures clearly, communicate sensitively about mood and other symptoms, respond appropriately to participants’ questions and concerns and maintain professional and reliable contact over the course of the study. The research assistant will review completion of mood and other symptom questionnaires and follow established study procedures for concerning responses. Results meeting predefined safety criteria will be promptly communicated to the Principal Investigator and study physicians.The research assistant will work closely with the Principal Investigator (Isaiah Kletenik, MD) and other study investigators at both the Center for Brain Circuit Therapeutics and Brigham Multiple Sclerosis Center and will participate in regular study meetings. Additional responsibilities will include maintaining recruitment and enrollment records, monitoring data completeness, assisting with IRB and regulatory documentation and supporting other aspects of study conduct.Remote TypeHybridWork Location60 Fenwood RoadScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$21.00 - $29.01/HourlyGrade5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. 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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:2200 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. 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