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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community.  We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

 

 

Job Summary

An RA with a high level of professionalism and strong interpersonal skills is required to provide first line support for queries from study stakeholders and participants. The RA will possess excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills.

Specific activities include participant recruitment, data collection, data cleaning and analysis and may vary depending on the phases of the project. The RA will support all activities associated with the execution of the research plan including Institutional Review Board (IRB) amendments, progress reports to the sponsor, and organizing communication with participants and project staff. The RA will use MS Access, Excel and REDCap to assist with data collection and analysis. The RA's responsibilities will also include administrative tasks and literature searches.

 

Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

An RA with a high level of professionalism and strong interpersonal skills is required to provide first line support for queries from study stakeholders and participants. The RA will possess excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills.

Specific activities include participant recruitment, data collection, data cleaning and analysis and may vary depending on the phases of the project. The RA will support all activities associated with the execution of the research plan including Institutional Review Board (IRB) amendments, progress reports to the sponsor, and organizing communication with participants and project staff. The RA will use MS Access, Excel and REDCap to assist with data collection and analysis. The RA's responsibilities will also include administrative tasks and literature searches.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilize MS Access, Excel and REDCap to assist in data collection efforts, database development, and descriptive data analysis. (In-house REDCap and MS Access training is available.)Assist with preparation of Institutional Review Board(IRB) documentation and forms for study protocol approvals and amendments.Schedule conference calls; prepare agendas and pre-meeting materialsCoordinate, organize and take minutes for core team meetings, evaluation team meetings and user-centered design sessions and focus groups.May involve travel to clinics.Perform general topic searches and specialized literature database searches. Retrieve journal articles from the Internet or library. Maintain a bibliographic library of supporting material.

- Help with the preparation of talks and presentation materials including PowerPoint slides, tables, and graphs.

Assist with the preparation of formal research reports and manuscripts for publication in professional journals and presentation at national/international conferences.Photocopying, electronic mailing, sending mail, faxing, documenting project work, and other administrative duties as required.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and an interest in healthcare, improvement of healthcare processes, and the use of technology to support clinical care.Certification in the protection of human research subjects (can be obtained after hire)Competency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel.Experience with data management, including using word-processing, spreadsheet, MS Access database software, REDCap and EndNote preferred.Familiarity with videoconference software and webinar set up

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Excellent interpersonal skills required for working with clinicians, research leadership and study staff.Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect.Regard for patient privacy essential.Good oral and written communication skills.Organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.Strong work ethic, industrious.Ability to accept and adjust to feedback from supervisors.Ability to complete work and to meet deadlines.Ability to use medical bibliographic retrieval programs helpful.

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

1620 Tremont Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action 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.

 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.