Research Assistant

Brown University•East Brooklyn, CT

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Mental Health & Flourishing Lab is seeking a service-minded, detailed-oriented, and enthusiastic Research Assistant (RA) to support ongoing research projects. The role involves approximately 50-60% of the RA’s time dedicated to systematic reviews and meta-analyses, including literature searches, study coding, data analysis, and manuscript writing for a public-facing data repository of mindfulness and integrative medicine interventions. The RA will also support other global mental health research projects, which may include creating materials for mindfulness-based interventions for various populations (youth, sexual and gender minorities, Ukrainians displaced by war, etc.) and analyzing ecological momentary assessment/intervention and longitudinal cohort data. Other duties include analyzing quantitative data and assisting with manuscript preparation and publishing. This is a fixed-term position with a current end date of 5/31/2027, potentially extendable based on funding. A minimum commitment of 1 year (100% FTE) is required, with a 2-year commitment preferred. Renewal for several years is possible based on progress and funding. All offers are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and education verification. This position is hybrid-eligible.

Requirements

BA or BS in psychology, social work, public health, community health or related field.
1-2+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills in person and via email.
Excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively on multiple projects at the same time, including setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong ability in reading and coding scientific literature and studies.
Strong interpersonal skills and verbal and written communication skills.
Efficient time management skills.
Openness to and interest in learning new skills.
Ability and willingness to work within a research team.
Possess a willingness to support a research lab aiming at health promotion with historically marginalized populations and global populations.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in statistical software (R or Python preferred).
Proficiency in survey software (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics).
Proficiency in academic writing.
Experience managing databases.
Training and experience in mindfulness and/or mental health research or interventions.
Familiarity with APA formatting.
Strong skills in quantitative data analysis.
Prior experience in conducting quantitative data analysis with large datasets.
Strong aptitude for data analysis.
Experience with and interest (personal and professional) in mental health.

Responsibilities

Conduct literature searches for systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Code studies for systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Support data analysis for systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Assist with manuscript writing for systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Support the creation of a public-facing data repository of mindfulness and integrative medicine interventions.
Create materials for/related to mindfulness-based interventions for various populations.
Analyze datasets, including ecological momentary assessment/intervention and longitudinal cohort data.
Analyze quantitative data.
Assist with manuscript preparation and publishing.
Actively participate in lab meetings.
Contribute to a lab environment that emphasizes diversity, community learning, knowledge and resource sharing, and a strength-based approach to career advancement.