Research Assistant I RESEARCH NEUROLOGY LMK
Mass General Brigham
Summary
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.
Job description
Job Summary
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.
Essential Functions
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Patient identification, recruitment and scheduling
- Obtaining informed consent
- Administering clinical, cognitive, and research assessments
- Collecting and managing research data
- Maintaining regulatory and study documentation
- Assisting with coordination of DBS research visits and longitudinal follow-up
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Science required
- Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, cognitive science, biomedical engineering, computer science, or a related field required
- Programming experience using MATLAB, R, and Python is required
- 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
- New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred
- Prior experience in clinical or human-subjects research is preferred
- Experience with REDCap, neuroimaging or brain connectivity analysis, neuropsychological or cognitive testing, and neurological patient populations is highly desirable
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Differentials
- Premiums
- Bonuses
- Recognition Programs
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.