Research Assistant II - Koo Laboratory

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Research Assistant II to support epidemiological studies and population-based research not related to clinical trials. You will assist with data collection, management, analysis, and reporting, and help train staff.

This onsite, full-time role includes 40 hours per week at a pay range of $24.28 to $39.43 hourly, with comprehensive benefits. Excellent communication, organization, and data-management skills are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science required.
• Relevant research and data management experience: 1-2 years required.
• Experience in population studies or epidemiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
• Study cohort management.
• Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up, and obtaining documents.
• Assists with preparing progress reports with basic prescriptive statistics.
• Gathers information to aid in development of future research proposals.
• Trains and orients new staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Database tools

Data management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Tools

Database tools

Data management software

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 Summary

The Department of Medicine's Infectious Disease Division is seeking a 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

6At 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. 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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