Research Assistant I, Surgical Oncology
About The Position
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 Division of Surgical Oncology seeks a Research Assistant I (RA I) to support clinical, outcomes, and health services research across multiple surgical oncology programs. The RA I will work closely with faculty investigators, database managers, and biostatisticians to support the day-to-day conduct of research studies, including data collection, regulatory compliance, and study coordination.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; degree in a health, biological, or social science field preferred
- Experience: 0-1 yrs, in clinical or health services research preferred
- Familiarity with electronic health records and clinical data abstraction
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in an academic medical center or healthcare setting
- Familiarity with REDCap or similar research database platforms
- Experience with IRB processes and human subjects research
- Interest in surgical oncology, outcomes research, or health services research
- Prior experience supporting peer-reviewed research projects
Responsibilities
- Support data collection and abstraction for IRB-approved clinical, outcomes, and health services research studies
- Abstract clinical data from the electronic health record and other institutional sources following standardized protocols
- Enter and maintain data in research databases (e.g., REDCap), ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Assist with study start-up activities, including IRB submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews
- Maintain regulatory documents, study files, and required approvals in compliance with institutional policies
- Coordinate with faculty investigators, trainees, and research staff to support study timelines and deliverables
- Assist with preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, presentations, and grant materials as needed
- Track study metrics, enrollment, and data completeness across projects
- Participate in quality assurance activities, including data audits and validation checks
- Support multidisciplinary research meetings and project coordination efforts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
