Research Assistant II, General Internal Medicine (BHEAT Study)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Professional development

Paid time off & bonuses

403(b) match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Boston Medical Center invites applications for a Research Assistant II to support the BHEAT study and related grant-funded projects. The role involves coordinating patient recruitment, data entry, and data management, while ensuring adherence to study protocols across multiple sites in Boston.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of research experience or a Master’s degree with no required prior experience. RedCap experience and strong MS Office skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of research experience required for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree; no experience required for Master’s degree holders.
• Experience with database design/management, particularly REDCap, is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to study protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient recruitment, scheduling visits, and administering questionnaires.
• Enter/update data, manage databases, run reports, and store samples.
• Coordinate with sites to ensure timely data collection.
• Prepare Data Use Agreements and IRB applications.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain records for staff and sites.
• Lead literature reviews and summarize findings.
• Develop efficient study processes and deliverables such as reports and posters.
• Oversee grant budget tracking and admin duties.
• Train and supervise junior research assistants.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Time management

MS Office proficiency

REDCap experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

REDCap

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

The Research Assistant II (RA2) will support the Boston Hypertension Equity Alliance in Treatment (BHEAT) study, a clinical trial designed to improve hypertension management and reduce disparities in safety net primary care clinics throughout Boston. The role involves administrative and research support for multiple grant‑funded studies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient recruitment, scheduling study visits, administering questionnaires, and maintaining case report forms.
• Enter and update data, manage databases, run reports, and store samples.
• Serve as point of contact with participating sites to ensure complete and timely data collection.
• Prepare and maintain Data Use Agreements, Institutional Review Board applications, and related documents.
• Coordinate meetings and recordkeeping for research staff and sites.
• Lead systematic literature reviews and summarize key findings.
• Assist in developing efficient study processes and organizational approaches.
• Develop polished deliverables such as reports, presentations, posters, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Oversee administrative duties and support grant budget tracking.
• Train and supervise junior research assistants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of research experience required for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree; no research experience required for candidates with a Master’s degree.
• Experience with database design and management, particularly REDCap, is a plus.
• Data analysis experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to study protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities, time, and multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Interest in health equity, health systems research, public health, and health policy.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Independent judgement and competence in various research methodologies.
• Motivated to engage and learn, with a problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to prepare clear, informative, visually appealing written deliverables, including tables and figures.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort working with multidisciplinary teams and diverse populations.
• Self‑directed learning and initiative in gaining expertise in relevant research methods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $38,000–$53,500.
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs.
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Paid time off, discretionary annual bonuses, merit increases, and 403(b) savings match.
• Other benefits such as flexible spending accounts and resources to support employee well‑being.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week, hybrid environment with in‑office days at BMC’s main campus and occasional site visits throughout Boston.

Legal & Accessibility Statements

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail] or call 617‑638‑8582. BMC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program and requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and flu, and to receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.