Research Assistant I
Mass General Brigham · Somerville-MA
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- PayStated
- $21–$29.01 an hourAbout $43,680–$60,341 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Part time
- Work arrangementStated
- Hybrid
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - EducationStated
- ['bachelor degree']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Bachelor's Degree in Sciencerequired
Bachelor's Degree Science required
from the posting - Medical terminologyrequired
Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills
from the posting - Written and verbal communicationrequired
Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills. High degree of communication skills
from the posting - Data analysisrequired
Must have data analysis skills, and experience using SAS
from the posting - SASrequired
Must have data analysis skills, and experience using SAS
from the posting - Computer skills and word processingrequired
Must have experience with computers and word processing skills
from the posting - Attention to detailrequired
Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the job is necessary to obtain valid research results
from the posting - Independent workrequired
Must have the ability to work independently and in a timely fashion
from the posting - MPH or MS in epidemiologypreferred
MPH, MS in epidemiology or equivalent experience working in epidemilogic research setting preferred
from the posting - Epidemiological research experiencepreferred
MPH, MS in epidemiology or equivalent experience working in epidemilogic research setting preferred
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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 per Diem Research Assistant will conduct data analysis in Nurses’ Health Study and other cohort studies. Contribute to cancer diagnosis confirmation and conduct data entry and data cleaning. Conduct statistical analyses for study investigator. Create summary tables, and draft manuscripts. Conduct literature reviews and contribute to grant writing. Additional tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Conduct data analysis within large study population.
2) Review medical records to confirm disease diagnoses.
3) Conduct data entry and data cleaning.
4) Conduct statistical analysis. Summarize results in tables and graphs. Write manuscripts presenting data results and interpretation of findings.
5) Conduct literature reviews and write up reports.
6) Performs all other duties as assigned including assisting with other diagnostic follow-up and general office procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
MPH, MS in epidemiology or equivalent experience working in epidemilogic research setting preferred. Experience in SAS and data analysis preferred.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
1) Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills. High degree of communication skills and ability to speak professionally with investigators and study physicians.
2) Must have the ability to work independently and in a timely fashion.
3) Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the job is necessary to obtain valid research results.
4) Needs ability to relate and work well with individuals from various backgrounds and fields of expertise.
5) Must have experience with computers and word processing skills.
6) Must have data analysis skills, and experience using SAS.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Research academic office environment
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
None
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$21.00 - $29.01/Hourly
Grade
5
EEO Statement:
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