Research Assistant

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Job Summary

Provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities, which 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Computer literacy, including database tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Science required.
  • Experience: New grad with some relevant coursework, 0-1 year preferred.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Careful attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
  • Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Work Location: 75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

H-1B sponsor

Brigham and Women's Hospital filed 35 entry-level H-1B applications for new hires (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, Department of Labor). It may be cap-exempt (no lottery); ask the employer.

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