Senior Research Assistant, Center Surgery and Public Health Mass General Brigham in Somerville, MA

Job Summary

Established in 2005 as a joint initiative of Harvard Medical School (HMS) and the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH), The Center for Surgery and Public Health (CSPH) has been at the forefront of public health research of surgical care delivery within and throughout our nation’s healthcare system. Utilizing innovative research methodologies grounded in clinical reality, we have developed surgical safety checklists, created a national agenda for surgical disparities research, and launched the pioneering work of rising stars in surgical health services research.

We are advancing the science of surgical care delivery by studying effectiveness, quality, equity, and value at the population level and training the most gifted of a new generation of physician-scientists. Together our efforts are making surgery safer, more patient-centered and more accessible in the U.S. and around the world.

The Senior Research Assistant will support a 5-year NIH-funded R01 study which aims to identify best practices across multiple state trauma systems and identify opportunities to achieve optimal patient outcomes in trauma care at the system-level. They will conduct qualitative coding, provide general project administration, and maintain quality communication within the team to ensure that project milestones and deliverables are completed accurately an on schedule.

The role will also support Delphi recruitment and organizing in-person meeting logistics.

The Research Assistant may contribute to additional studies or initiatives as they develop, supporting the broader research mission of the team.

Conduct research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.

Coordinate facilitated group meetings with participating sites, including scheduling, communications, materials, logistics, and follow-up.

Recruit, screen, and consent study participants across clinical settings.

Collect, manage, and maintain accurate and confidential research data and participant records using REDCap.

Perform data entry, basic quantitative analyses, and routine reporting.

Conduct qualitative coding.

Maintain regulatory documents and IRB as needed.

Assist with drafting annual progress reports and other study documentation.

Collaborate effectively with investigators, research staff, and institutional partners.

Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential study files and records in accordance with applicable policies and ethical research standards.

All other duties as assigned.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required for working with the study participants.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfort with digital research tools.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent studies.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Professionalism and respect for patient needs, confidentiality, and ethical research conduct.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Science required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Experience

relevant research and data management experience 3-5 years required

Experience supporting human subjects research, qualitative research methods, and REDCap preferred.

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

28

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$53851.00 - $82,014.40/Annual

Grade

6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for…