Research Associate IIR Job Minneapolis area,Minnesota USA,Research/Development

Where Purpose Meets Progress

At the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF), your work unlocks new knowledge, supports patient-centered care, and advances cardiovascular research and education. As a Research Associate, you'll do more than support studies—you'll help propel a mission that changes and saves lives.

Position Summary

The Cardiovascular Imaging Research Center (CIRC) and Core Lab Research Associate supports day-to-day research activities, working side-by-side with international leaders in cardiovascular imaging. MHIF has a robust portfolio of Imaging Research that spans centralized imaging analysis for multicenter industry-sponsored trials as well as investigator-initiated research studies.

The Research Associate works closely with imaging analysts and physician researchers on a portfolio of research studies. This role is responsible for tracking and organizing imaging studies as they are received and move through the research workflow in the Core Lab. Cardiac imaging includes cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, and echocardiograms.

This role is well suited for individuals with a high attention to detail, ability to organize, and technical aptitude with medical imaging and electronic data capture systems.

This position is primarily onsite. However, once established, there is some flexibility for hybrid working with prior manager approval.

While we welcome candidates who aspire to attend medical school, we ask that you only apply if you intend to take 2 or more gap years.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

Download, track, and organize cardiac imaging studies as they are received

Perform initial quality control review on imaging studies to ensure imaging studies are properly de-identified

Collaborate with imaging analysts to document any imaging quality deficiencies

Perform quality assurance review of imaging analysis reports and case report forms

Perform data entry in electronic data capture systems

Track completed analyses and maintain project metrics

Communicate effectively with analysts, physicians, and industry sponsors

Document team meeting minutes and action items

Draft project-specific imaging core lab manuals with input from team members

Ensure compliance with Core Lab Standard Operating Procedures and sponsor-specific requirements

When applicable, extract patient data from medical record or other source documents and enter into a registry, database or other study system.

Provide other support to the Core Lab or Scientific Services team and work collaboratively with all MHIF employees as part of a positive, supportive culture.

Core Values in Action

At MHIF, our values aren't just words – they guide how we lead and work together:

Integrity:
Do the right thing, even when it's hard. Operate ethically and transparently.
Innovation:
Ask bold questions. Be proactive and curious in improving how we work.
Collaboration:

Support one another, build trust, and celebrate success as one team.
Excellence:
Own your work. Be accountable. Bring urgency and resilience to solving problems.

What Sets You Apart

Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field
High attention to detail, strong ability to organize projects and documents, and ability to create thorough documentation
A mature conscientious individual with the ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills
Must be able to manage work across multiple concurrent projects
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with others as a team and in support of a positive work culture
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Skilled in Microsoft suite including Excel
Strong technical aptitude
Previous experience or exposure to research is preferred

Total Rewards

In addition to meaningful, mission-driven work, MHIF offers:

Competitive hourly range of: $20/hr to $24/hr
Comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, short- and long-term disability
Employer HSA contribution
401(k) with employer match and contribution
Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time

Why Join MHIF?

"Small team. Global impact."

Here, your work has purpose. Your voice is heard. Your career can grow. We are driven by discovery and grounded in compassion—and we're looking for someone who brings both heart and expertise to the table.

Ready to do work that matters?