Temporary Research Aide

Worcester Polytech; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks a Temporary Research Aide in Worcester to support ECG data‑driven research projects. The role involves data cleaning, labeling, QC, and basic analyses to meet project milestones.

This is a part-time, 25-hour-per-week position with an hourly pay rate of $20, ensuring compliance with data confidentiality and research protocols. Non-Exempt under FLSA.

Qualifications

• Experience with ECG data handling and basic data analysis.
• Attention to data quality, labeling, and documentation.
• Ability to follow research protocols and data confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize ECG datasets for analysis.
• Label and quality-control data and document procedures.
• Assist with basic statistical analyses to support milestones.

Skills

Data cleaning

Data labeling

Quality control

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Job description

JOB TITLE Temporary Research Aide

LOCATION Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM

DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Research Aide will support ongoing research projects involving clinical ECG data.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities will include data cleaning, organization, labeling, quality control, and testing of ECG datasets, as well as maintaining accurate documentation of data processing procedures and results. The Research Aide will also assist with basic data analysis, statistical analysis, and other research-related tasks as needed to support the timely completion of project milestones.

All work involving clinical data will be performed in accordance with applicable research protocols and data confidentiality requirements.

Hourly pay rate is $20 per hour.

This is a temporary 25 hour per week position.

FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Equal Opportunity Statement

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

About WPI

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is a vibrant and diverse community of extraordinary students, talented and dedicated staff, and world-renowned faculty. Along with its state-of-the-art research facilities, WPI offers competitive and comprehensive employee benefit programs, including paid time off, health insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement savings plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, and a working environment that prioritizes mental health and well-being. It is a community committed to civility and respect—making inclusion and belonging a reality for everyone on its campus.