Student Research Assistant

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a student research assistant to manage, process, and perform preliminary geospatial data analysis for a health services study.

The role requires use of ArcGIS Pro and attendance at regular in-person meetings with the faculty member. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong organizational and time management skills, and an interest in geospatial analysis in healthcare research.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience with research data management is preferred.
• Literature review and reporting experience are desirable.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Interest in geospatial analysis and reporting for health research.

Responsibilities

• Manage, process, and perform preliminary geospatial data analysis for a health research study.
• Assist with literature review and production of reports or scientific outputs.
• Attend regular in-person meetings with the faculty member.
• Work 20 hours per week.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Literature review

Report production

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

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

Under the direction of a faculty researcher, Dr. Courtney Yuen, the student research assistant will be responsible for the management, processing, and preliminary analysis of geospatial data for a research study on measuring access to health care. The student will also assist with literature review and production of reports. The student will be expected to use ArcGIS Pro and must have existing access to this software. The student is expected to attend regular in-person meetings with the faculty member. This position is 20 hours per week.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials

Must have access to ArcGIS Pro (either through their school or a personal account) for the duration of the appointment.

Experience

• Research data management
• Literature review
• Production of reports or scientific research products

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Interest in geospatial analysis

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

20 Shattuck Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Temporary

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade

2At 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.

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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