Research Assistant

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance to Principal Investigator Dr. Tokuda and the Study Team with data analysis and publication for an ongoing NIH project. The role also assists in coordinating research activities, which may include routine experiments using established methodologies, data collection and management, and other assigned research activities. The position supports epidemiological studies and other population-based research. Candidates completing a bachelor's degree may have six months from their hire date to provide degree equivalency verification, or up to one year if starting per diem.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a science field; experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
New graduate with some relevant coursework; 0–1 year of experience 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

Master's degree preferred.
Experience with image analysis using 3D Slicer and coding in Python.
Experience with data and statistical analysis using R or Matlab.
Scientific writing skills, including PubMed searches and use of Microsoft Word or LaTeX.
Interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary and multi-institutional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Collect, manage, manipulate, analyze, and report data.
Manage study cohorts.
Communicate with study subjects, conduct mailings, follow up on mailings, and obtain necessary documents.
Assist with work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research.
Assist the Principal Investigator and Study Team with data analysis and publication for an ongoing NIH project.
Assist in coordinating research activities, including routine experiments using established methodologies and other assigned research activities.