Research Assistant I

Location: Boston

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will perform research activities using approved techniques. Conducts patient recruitment, administers questionnaires, abstracts medical records, maintains patient databases, performs administrative tasks, assists in grant preparation, performs literature searches and participates with the research team in preparation of data and other reports. May also assist with interpreting experimental results, and in preparing and writing manuscripts.

Position: Research Assistant I

Department: Research - Neurology

Schedule: Full Time

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer experience in clinical research

Previous experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.  Experience with statistical software a plus.

Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.

Laboratory processing experience a plus, not required.

Compensation Range

$16.35- $22.84

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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