Research Assistant I BWH Neurology Dhand

4 weeks ago


Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time
Research Assistant I BWH Neurology Dhand-(3287519)

Description

The primary goals of the Research Assistant (RA) will be to work with a multi-disciplinary team to learn cutting-edge research in neurology and network science. The RA will provide assistance on federally funded clinical studies which aim to investigate the relationships between patient’s social networks and their neurological outcomes. The RA will also have the opportunity to execute his or her own project under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator. 

Primary responsibilities will include recruiting and interviewing subjects, writing IRB materials, managing budgets and grant submissions, engaging with patients, supervising undergraduate research trainees, and conducting preliminary social network analysis. This position will provide the Research Assistant the opportunity to gain patient-contact experience, managerial skills, exposure to neurology, and data analysis skills that could lead to academic presentations. 

This job is well suited for individuals interested in social networks, neurology, or a career in research or medicine. A background in computer science, statistics, and social science are beneficial. Interested applicants can learn more about the research team and its work by visiting . 

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides assistance on clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.
2. Recruits and evaluates potential study patients. Per protocol instruction, conducts telephone interviews or schedules patient for study visit and screening. May be required to perform clinical tests such as bedside neurocognitive assessments.
3. Interact with patients/subjects with regard to study, including patient education, procedural instruction, follow-up. May serve as a liaison between patient and physician.
4. Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study. May be required to input data, do minimum analysis and run various reports. Maintains patients records as part of record keeping function.
5. Responsible for mailing various study information or packets to study participants.
6. Answers any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to supervisor or clinical staff.
7. Writes and maintains study related documents, such as protocols and grant submissions.
8. Codes and completes analyses related to project in the R environment and other software platforms. 
9. Monitors and sets up any needed equipment.
10. Maintains inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
11. All other duties, as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

BS or BA
New graduate with relevant course or project work

SKILLS:
1. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.
2. Good oral and written communication skills.
3. Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
4. Knowledge of computer programs, databases, etc.
5. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
6. Careful attention to detail.
7. Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects rights and individual needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The candidate will be hired through Brigham and Women’s Hospital, but initially spend over 80% of their time in a laboratory research environment at Boston Children’s Hospital in the Division of Genetics and Genomics. The remainder of their time will be spent at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, predominantly in the clinical research setting.



  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Assistant I BWH Rheumatology** - (3290227) **Description** **Primary Responsibilities** 3. Collects and organizes clinical data obtained from the electronic medical record for a secondary data analysis of patients. Assists Principal Investigator and data analysts with literature review, data analysis, and creation of tables and figures of...


  • Boston, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    The primary goals of the Research Assistant (RA) will be to work with a multi-disciplinary team to learn cutting-edge research in neurology and network science. The RA will provide assistance on federally funded clinical studies which aim to investigate the relationships between patient's social networks and their neurological outcomes. The RA will also have...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Assistant I, Infectious Disease** - (3287159) Working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator and following established policies and procedures, assists with clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Assistant I, DOM Infectious Diseases** - (3287158) Working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator and Research Coordinator and following established policies and procedures, assists with clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing...


  • Boston, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    The Bioinformatician will join the laboratory of Dr. Vijay K. Kuchroo at The Gene Lay Institute of Immunology and Inflammation and Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Diseases at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH). The Bioinformatician will support lab members and associated faculty with computational analyses of high-throughput data. Working knowledge of...


  • Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Senior Research Assistant BWH Neurology-(3273517) Description We seek a senior technician to play a key role in stem cell research and assay development at the Khurana Lab within the Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Disease, Neurology department, Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The laboratory applies cutting edge stem cell technologies, genome editing...


  • Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Technical Research Assistant BWH Neurology-(3287522) Description Working under the general supervision of Principal Investigator, and in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, conducts a variety of routine experiments in mice where methodologies are clearly established. Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Lab Tech I, Pathology** - (3290487) **General Summary** **Duties and** Responsibilities** 1. Under general supervision, perform experiments including cell sorting, molecular biology methods, specific assays, cell culture, and preparing special materials (Specific examples may include: isolation of cellular nuclei, fluorescence-activated cell...


  • Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Research Assistant II BWH Neurology-(3280187) Description Harvard Aging Brain Study investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital are looking for a Research Assistant to coordinate the development and implementation of a novel, smart-phone based cognitive test: the Boston Remote Assessment of NeuroCognitive Health...


  • Boston, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    Research Assistant II BWH Neurology-(3280187) Description Harvard Aging Brain Study investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital are looking for a Research Assistant to coordinate the development and implementation of a novel, smart-phone based cognitive test: the Boston Remote Assessment of NeuroCognitive Health...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Lab Tech I, Dept. of Orthopaedics** - (3290870) The Dept. of Orthopaedics is looking for an independent and highly motivated individual to join our research program focused on mammalian regenerative biology. The Lehoczky Lab studies mouse digit tip regeneration and is presently focused on determining the molecular pathways necessary for this...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    This position in the laboratory of Michael Brenner, MD, who is world renowned for his contributions to immunology and arthritis biology, offers the opportunity to join a dynamic group studying inflammation and autoimmunity, with a particular focus on rheumatoid arthritis. Some important advances in the field driven by Dr. Brenner's research group include the...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    This position in the laboratory of Michael Brenner, MD, who is world renowned for his contributions to immunology and arthritis biology, offers the opportunity to join a dynamic group studying inflammation and autoimmunity, with a particular focus on rheumatoid arthritis. Some important advances in the field driven by Dr. Brenner’s research group include...

  • Coop, Research

    1 month ago


    Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Coop, Research** - (3284099) GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Laboratory of Exercise Physiology and Physical Performance (LEPPP) is located on the 3rd Floor of the Boston Lying-In Building (221 Longwood Avenue) and is a state-of-the-art exercise physiology facility that houses instrumentation for assessing muscle strength, power, and fatigability,...


  • Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Research Assistant I BWH Sleep Medicine-(3287605) Description General Summary/ Overview Statement The Research Assistant (RA) will support various projects within the Program in Sleep Medicine Epidemiology and Sleep and Cardiovascular Medicine within the Division of Sleep and Circadian Disorders at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The RA will work...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Temporary Job, Research Newborn Medicine** - (3286305) Working independently, under the general supervision of Principal Investigator(s), provides support to clinical research studies. The position may include being responsible for the following activities: making independent judgement of suitability of potential research participants, developing and...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **Research Fellow, Pediatric Newborn Medicine** - (3286777) **Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Harvard Medical School.** **EEO Statement** **Primary Location** MA-Boston-BWH Boston Main Campus **Work Locations** BWH Boston Main Campus 75 Francis St Boston 02115 **Job** MD/PHD/Fellows/ PostDocs **Organization** Brigham &...

  • Research Assistant I

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States Partners Healthcare System Full time

    Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) Department of Medicine is recruiting a Research Assistant for the Greater Boston COVID-19 Recovery Cohort (BCRC). The BCRC is comprised of patients cared for at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH), Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH), Boston Medical Center (BMC), Tufts Medical Center (TMC),...


  • Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time

    **EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN / 40 HOURS / DAYS - BWH LABOR AND DELIVERY** - (3290642) **GENERAL OVERVIEW** The Equipment Technician is responsible for the preparation of special L&D Triage, OR equipment. Sorts, inspects and assembles equipment according to schedules. Inspects all equpment and tests for damages and does minor repairs. Terminally sterilizes all...


  • Boston, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    The Research Assistant I for Biomarkers of Neurodegeneration, Inflammation, and Cognitive Change- Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Harvard Medical School. Assists professional staff in coordinating investigator-initiated studies and overseeing various imaging protocols and studies for the Biomarkers of Neurodegeneration,...