Research Assistant II

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research institute in Boston seeks a motivated Research Assistant II to support psychedelic-assisted therapy research. The role involves coordinating clinical trials, managing data, and engaging with participants, requiring strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in public health or health policy strongly preferred.
• Spanish fluency is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical trials and manage participant logistics.
• Assist with regulatory submissions and data management.
• Conduct literature searches and assist with data analysis.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health, natural or social science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant II (RAII) to support our expanding Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT) research program. This position will focus on coordinating clinical trials that explore the safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of psychedelic-assisted therapies in individuals with advanced cancer and serious illness. The RAII will play a central role in the day-to-day operations of multiple ongoing and upcoming studies, including responsibilities related to regulatory submissions, participant coordination, data and biospecimen management, and study visit logistics. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, experience with human subjects research and clinical trials, and a demonstrated interest in the fields of psychedelic science, palliative care, or oncology.

This role is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days onsite per week. The selected candidate may only reside & work remotely within the New England states (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI).

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• Assist team in the coordination of project-related activities (i.e., surveys/interviews) at internal or external (on-site & off-site) study sites.
• Contact, recruit and enroll research participants.
• Assist with logistical needs for intervention and/or evaluation activities, such as equipment set-up, arranging food service and conference room scheduling.
• Assist with coordination and preparation of project related meetings as requested and may be responsible for meeting minutes.
• Maintain databases (including data entry) and project documentation with accuracy, as needed.
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all study materials and data.
• Coordinate pilot testing of study and surveys as needed.
• Conduct relevant literature searches and reviews as requested.
• Assist with documentation for and communication with institutional review board.
• Other project-related or administrative responsibilities as requested by management.
• Assist investigators with data analysis and manuscript preparation.
• Prepare study reports and develop protocols.
• Responsible for IRB submission activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, natural or social science preferred.
• 2 years of experience in public health or health policy strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, dependable, motivated and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Computer skills, including prior use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to relate effectively in person and on the telephone to diverse groups of patients, community members, physicians, nurses, researchers, children and parents.
• Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work evenings and some weekends.
• Spanish fluency is preferred but not required
• Patient Contact: dependent upon study population target.
  
  

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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