Research Specialist

Somerville, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 62004 - 90750

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Site: The Brigham and Womens 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

Working under the direction of the Research Manager Division Chief and faculty of the Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics the Junior Research Specialist is responsible for the daily organization coordination and conduct of activities related to studies of the safe and effective use of medications in a variety of contexts. The majority of research in the division is neither clinical nor bench science and is conducted in an office setting with minimal to no patient interaction. Please see division website for more information on faculty and research topics: Professional office environment business casual. Working as part of a tight-knit group of hardworking friendly people an internationally acclaimed research unit of 22 Harvard faculty 65 support staff and 9 programmers.

Essential Functions
Support investigators on developing and refining research queries for use in a virtual data research environment
Manage files submitted to and returned from the virtual environment including logging and documenting
Serve as a liaison between investigator and programmers by checking quality and completeness of files
Responsible for data collection management manipulation analysis and reporting for research studies.
Assists with preparing progress reports with statistics.
Gathers information to aid in the development of future research proposals.
Trains and orients new staff.
On a limited basis: Outreach communication with subjects conducting mailings follow-up on mailings and obtaining necessary documents.

Qualifications

Education
Masters Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must be a problem solver willing to take the initiative and prioritize tasks thereby ensuring the smooth and efficient conduct of several projects simultaneously.
- A high degree of computer literacy in order to use various spreadsheet database accounting and word processing programs to assist in administrative grant proposal preparation and research reporting activities.
- Excellent organizational skills in order to formulate implement and monitor a number of interrelated tasks.
- Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment in handling of sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work under deadline pressure and prioritize work from several sources.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for internal and external communications.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$62004.80 - $90750.40/Annual

Grade

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 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 Womens 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 Veterans 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 .

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.

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