Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment Research Assistant I RESEARCH NEUROLOGY DK

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem) to provide degree equivalency verification. This position does not require patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Science required
New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Careful attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
Computer literacy, including database tools.
Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Nice To Haves

College degree in psychology, neuroscience, pre-med, or other related field.
Applicants with 1+ year of experience post graduation from a Bachelor's degree will be considered for Research Assistant 2 position.
Experience in performing cognitive testing and administering behavioral questionnaires in a research or clinical setting, preferably in elderly subjects or patients.
Ability to work well independently, prioritizing work according to and within established study protocols.
Ability to learn quickly, with a strong history of taking initiative and motivation for Alzheimer's disease research.
Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people in person and on the telephone. Must be able to relate well with participants, caregivers, physicians/investigators, and administrators.
Ability to work under stress; the clinical research setting is a very busy and demanding environment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
Study cohort management.
Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up on mailings, and obtaining necessary documents.
Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research.