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Research Assistant I

Part-time

Mass General Brigham

Somerville, MA · HybridPart-time$21–29.01/hrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$21–29.01/hr
Location
Somerville, MAHybrid
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The per-diem Research Assistant conducts data analysis for the Nurses’ Health Study and other cohort studies. The role supports cancer diagnosis confirmation, data entry and cleaning, statistical analyses, summary tables, manuscripts, literature reviews, and grant writing. The position is based in a research academic office environment and requires a bachelor’s degree in science; a master’s degree in epidemiology or equivalent epidemiologic research experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medical TerminologyWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProfessional CommunicationIndependent WorkAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsComputer SkillsWord ProcessingData AnalysisSAS

Qualifications

Bachelor's in ScienceMPH, MS in Epidemiology or Equivalent ExperienceSAS Experience

Full job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary The per Diem Research Assistant will conduct data analysis in Nurses’ Health Study and other cohort studies. Contribute to cancer diagnosis confirmation and conduct data entry and data cleaning. Conduct statistical analyses for study investigator. Create summary tables, and draft manuscripts. Conduct literature reviews and contribute to grant writing. Additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree Science required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Conduct data analysis within large study population.
  2. Review medical records to confirm disease diagnoses.
  3. Conduct data entry and data cleaning.
  4. Conduct statistical analysis. Summarize results in tables and graphs. Write manuscripts presenting data results and interpretation of findings.
  5. Conduct literature reviews and write up reports.
  6. Performs all other duties as assigned including assisting with other diagnostic follow-up and general office procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS MPH, MS in epidemiology or equivalent experience working in epidemilogic research setting preferred. Experience in SAS and data analysis preferred.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

  1. Must have knowledge of medical terminology as well as good general written and verbal skills. High degree of communication skills and ability to speak professionally with investigators and study physicians.
  2. Must have the ability to work independently and in a timely fashion.
  3. Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the job is necessary to obtain valid research results.
  4. Needs ability to relate and work well with individuals from various backgrounds and fields of expertise.
  5. Must have experience with computers and word processing skills.
  6. Must have data analysis skills, and experience using SAS.

WORKING CONDITIONS Research academic office environment

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements None

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

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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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

How this job compares

Set against the 678 open Research Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$21–29.01/hr
  • Massachusetts median$21–29/hr32 hourly ranges
  • US median$18–25/hr289 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $25.01/hr, is close to the Massachusetts median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the middle half of Research Assistant hourly ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 40 open Research Assistant jobs in Massachusetts and 678 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
Research Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (154 postings).
Education
186 of the 678 open Research Assistant jobs (27%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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