Research Assistant I, Neurosurgery

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

5d • $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Golby Laboratory for Image Guided Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, part of the Department of Neurosurgery, is seeking a qualified Research Assistant. This laboratory's primary mission is to utilize imaging techniques to enhance neurosurgical outcomes for patients with brain tumors. The role involves working within a collaborative research environment with a diverse team including research assistants, physicians, computer scientists, neurosurgeons, and neuroscientists on ongoing research studies in image-guided neurosurgery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in research or science field required; neurosciences preferred.
• Strong motivation for curiosity-driven research, hypothesis-generation and constant desire to improve understanding of the lab’s area of research.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with database management.
• Proficiency in regulatory compliance for human subjects in clinical research or the willingness to acquire such proficiency with training is required.
• Careful attention to details and a meticulous approach to recording data are essential skills for this position.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Working knowledge of data management software and procedures.
• Experience with Power Point, Excel and other Microsoft office programs.
• The ability to pay attention to detail, a meticulous approach to recording data, and the ability to work well with others on a clinical research team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to independently resolve problems.
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Ability to work self-reliantly.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Redcap is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a diverse team in a collaborative research environment that includes research assistants, physicians, computer scientists, neurosurgeons, and neuroscientists with ongoing research studies in image-guided neurosurgery.
• Assist in scanning, image processing (fMRI/DTI) and other tasks that are beneficial to the overall program, with the possibility of authorship if contributions are significant.
• In conjunction with the Lab Manager, update and develop lab SOPs as appropriate.
• Responsible for entering data and maintaining the study (Redcap) database per the expectations of the PI, for active clinical human studies protocols.
• Use Redcap to assist with querying patient data for research.
• Ensure IRB and Good Clinical Practice compliance of documentation associated with active clinical research protocols in the lab.
• Act as a regulatory resource by maintaining regular contact with investigators and study teams during the course of studies to guarantee that compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements are maintained.
• Amend IRBs as regulations and research protocols change.
• Attend institutional Human Subject Research regulation training sessions to stay current.
• Adhere to BWH/MGB and department policies, procedures and objectives, exemplify professionalism, and exhibit values that contribute to the goals of the lab and the hospital.
• Perform other tasks, projects and duties as required or assigned by the Principal Investigator or Lab Manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level