Research Assistant

General Summary/Overview

The Ivers Research Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital in the Center for Global Health is seeking a Research Assistant with a data analysis focus to support global public health research and scholarly activities.

The Ivers lab focuses on research addressing barriers to health inequities, including epidemiology, public health, and observational and intervention research in Haiti and sub-Saharan Africa. We have a focus on diarrheal diseases, infectious diseases, and social determinants of ill-health such as food and water insecurity. Projects range from population-level studies to field epidemiology.

The position offers an exceptional opportunity for growth with access to world-class resources, a terrific work environment, and the opportunity to travel. The successful candidate will work closely with a project manager and the principal investigator.

For further information on the Center for Global Health and the PI: https://globalhealth.massgeneral.org/people/louise-c-ivers-mbbch-bao-md-mph-dtmh/

This is a 2-year funded position with potential for renewal.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Collects & organizes data, maintains records and databases
• Uses software programs to clean data, generates graphs, and reports
• Conduct preliminary data analysis and report summary of results with guidance from the PI
• Manage data tools
• Conducts library searches
• Verifies accuracy of study forms, Updates study forms per protocol
• Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures
• Assists with study regulatory submissions
• Writes consent forms
• Assist with the creation of and/or training on project-specific data collection systems
• Supports preparation of IRB documents
• Liaise with local and international partner organizations to provide program support.
• Performs administrative support duties as required

Qualifications

A cover letter and CV are required. Applications without both a cover letter and a CV will not be considered.

• Bachelor's degree required. M.Sc. in life sciences field with a quantitative major; epidemiology or biostats is an added advantage
• Dedicated to excellence and scientific accuracy
• Detail-oriented and highly motivated to produce top-quality work
• A proven ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Working knowledge of data management program
• Proficiency with standard office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard internet application Familiarity with other software packages, or ability to learn new ones, such as Stata, SAS, R, Redcap, NVIVO, or Microsoft Access is a plus
• Demonstrated interest in health equity and social justice preferred.
• Previous experience with epidemiological data analysis

Massachusetts General Hospital 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.