Research Assistant II - Koo Laboratory

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Infectious Disease Division in Boston seeks a Research Assistant II to support epidemiological studies and population-based research (not clinical trials). Responsibilities include data collection, management, analysis, reporting, and helping prepare new proposals; trains staff.

This onsite role requires a Bachelor's degree in Science and 1–2 years of relevant experience; strong communication, organization, and data-management skills are essential; the candidate will work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science required.
• 1–2 years of relevant research and data management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities.
• Intermediate computer literacy including database tools.
• Knowledge of data management programs.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
• Study cohort management.
• Outreach communication with subjects, mailings, and follow-up on documents.
• Assist with preparing progress reports with basic statistics.
• Gather information to aid in developing future research proposals.
• Train and orient new staff.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Database tools

Data management knowledge

Professionalism

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Tools

Database tools

Job description

Site

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

Job Summary

The Department of Medicine's Infectious Disease Division is seeking an Research Assistant II to provide assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research not related to clinical trials or laboratory. Will also assist with reporting and developing new research proposals-trains and orients staff.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential 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.
• Assists with preparing progress reports with basic prescriptive statistics.
• Gathers information to aid in the development of future research proposals.
• Trains and orients new staff.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Science required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Experience

Relevant research and data management experience: 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Intermediate computer literacy including database tools.
• Knowledge of data management programs.
• Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism, and work more independently.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 20 Shattuck Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly

Grade: 6

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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. 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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