Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment Research Assistant I RESEARCH NEUROLOGY DK
 Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
$20.16 - $29.01
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 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 60 Fenwood Road (Show on map) | |
 Jun 04, 2026 | |
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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. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem)to provide degree equivalency verification. Does this position require Patient Care? No. 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. Education: Experience: Preferred: -College degree in psychology, neuroscience, pre-med, or other related field. -Applicants with 1+ year of experience post graduation from a Bachelor's degree will be considered for Research Assistant 2 position. -Experience in performing cognitive testing and administering behavioral questionnaires in a research or clinical setting, preferably in elderly subjects or patients. -Ability to work well independently, prioritizing work according to and within established study protocols. -Ability to learn quickly, with a strong history of taking initiative and motivation for Alzheimer's disease research. -Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people in person and on the telephone. Must be able to relate well with participants, caregivers, physicians/investigators, and administrators. -Ability to work under stress; the clinical research setting is a very busy and demanding environment. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |