Research Assistant II - Pediatrics

Location: Boston, MA 02118 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Biotech/R&D/Science Work Experience: 1+ to 2 Years Career Level:Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level: Bachelor's Degree POSITION SUMMARY:Provides assistance in support of research activities under close supervision.  Performs routine social/behavioral science research and data management activities and procedures.  ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: 1) Conducts systematic literature reviews (use online library databases, save the results in a reference/citation database, summarize results for presentation)2) Assists in the development of standard data collection instruments (e.g., surveys, interviews, observation schedules, focus group guides)3) Performs a variety of routine data collection procedures (assist in recruitment, obtaining informed consent, administering protocols, conducting interviews, making direct observations, abstracting secondary data from existing records, taking notes, etc.)4) Performs a variety of routine data management procedures (e.g., coding raw data, data entry, producing basic reports, data cleaning, database maintenance)5) Performs basic quantitative data analysis (basic descriptive statistics and bivariate analyses) 6) Performs basic qualitative data analysis to organize and analyze data for thematic content7) Assists in the preparation of grant proposals, reports, presentations and manuscripts for publication8) Maintains center records, reports and files as required9) Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops10)  Attends meetings as required11)  Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards.12) Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health care system.13)  Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment14)  Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed  (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required). EDUCATION:Bachelor’s Degree, Masters degree preferredEXPERIENCE:0-2 years experience in research-related activitiesKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:1.  Knowledge of social/behavioral science research methods, principles 2.  Knowledge of program evaluation helpful3.  Knowledge of health services, public health promotion, disease prevention interventions, professional education approaches helpful4.  Ability to perform basic data management tasks (coding, data entry, data cleaning, retrieval)5.  Ability to perform basic data analysis and reporting (in words, numbers and graphics)6.  Experience using quantitative data analysis software helpful (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Minitab)7.  Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint8.  Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize essential9.  Excellent communication skills (oral and written)   Contact InformationCompany: Boston Medical Center Email: Apply by Email Reference Code: 50106385 Learn more about Boston Medical Center View all "Boston Medical Center" jobs