Research Assistant II, The Center for Surgery and Public Health

Mass General Brigham•Somerville, MA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Assistant II will support two concurrent, patient-centered research studies. This role involves participant recruitment, consent, and active engagement in technology-enabled interventions designed to improve surgical care delivery and outcomes. Effort will be divided across both projects. The first study seeks to reduce attrition in lung cancer screening programs by piloting a novel patient-centered intervention. Participants record personalized video reminders during their initial visit which are later delivered to encourage follow-up screening. Responsibilities include identifying and approaching eligible patients, facilitating consent, assisting with video recording, and supporting participant engagement and follow-up tracking. The second study seeks to address recovery challenges for patients undergoing colorectal surgery through a web-based intervention. The RA will administer and track patient assessments, conduct follow-up communications, and assist with digital educational content. The Research Assistant may contribute to additional studies or initiatives as they develop, supporting the broader research mission of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfort with digital research tools.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent studies.
Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
Professionalism and respect for patient needs, confidentiality, and ethical research conduct.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of research or clinical experience preferred; strong candidates with less experience may be considered.
Experience recruiting and working with older adult patient populations preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required for working with the study participants.
Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.
Recruit, screen, and consent study participants across clinical settings.
Serve as a primary point of contact for participants, maintaining regular communication via phone, email, and in-person interactions.
Facilitate participant engagement with study tools, including video recording, surveys, and web-based platforms.
Collect, manage, and maintain accurate and confidential research data and participant records.
Perform data entry, basic quantitative analyses, and routine reporting.
Coordinate logistics and materials required for study execution.
Collaborate with study teams across multiple sites.
Maintain regulatory documents and IRB as needed.
All other duties as assigned.