Research Assistant II

Mass General Brigham

. Manage and contribute to coordination of multiple projects evaluating integrative therapies .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeSomerville • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $24 - $39 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing research projects, including patient recruitment, data collection, and analysis. Proficient in coordinating communications with IRBs and preparing study protocols while ensuring meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills.

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Data ManagementPatient RecruitmentResearch CoordinationStatistical AnalysisInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData AnalysisStudy Protocol FinalizationManuscript PreparationInformed Consent AdministrationProject ManagementBasic Prescriptive StatisticsResearch Proposal Development

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsAbility to Prioritize TasksProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

Database ToolsData Management ProgramsCommunication Tools

Industry Keywords

Integrative TherapiesIRB CommunicationsStudy CohortsOutreach Communications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and contribute to coordination of multiple projects evaluating integrative therapies
Finalize study protocols with the Project Manager
Oversee communications with IRBs
Recruit patients and administer phone screens
Administer informed consent and enroll patients
Perform data collection, interpretation, and manuscript preparation
Manage the experience of study subjects
Manage, manipulate, analyze, and report data
Manage study cohorts
Conduct outreach communications, mailings, follow-up, and document collection
Assist with progress reports using basic prescriptive statistics
Gather information for future research proposals
Train and orient new staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Science required
Experience in lieu of a degree accepted
1–2 years of relevant research and data management experience required
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Careful attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks
Intermediate computer literacy, including database tools
Knowledge of data management programs
Ability to follow directions, exhibit professionalism, and work more independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities