Job Description

Department

Medicine-Genetics

AutoReqId

71662BR

Status

Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week

40

Job Posting Category

Research

Job Posting Description

The Boston Children\'s Hospital Genetics and Genomics Department is seeking a one-year Research Assistant to conduct research that advances the field of Women\'s Health, specifically interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS). The Research Assistant will have the opportunity to work on an array of projects related to IC/BPS addressing disparities and promoting equity in women\'s health.
The position will offer multiple opportunities for writing scientific papers, collaborating with clinicians and research faculty on multidisciplinary projects, and gaining experience in community-engaged research through interaction with our established community advisory board.

This Research Assistant II will be responsible for:

• analyzing data, and interpreting and communicating results via refereed publications and presentations at internal and external meetings and conferences.
• Conducting literature reviews and preparing IRB protocols and other regulatory documents as needed.
• Assisting in writing grant and other funding applications as appropriate.
• Work closely with practicing clinicians and researchers at BCH and other collaborating institutions

The initial appointment is for one year, a renewal is possible if progress is satisfactory and funds are available.

In order to qualify you must:

• have a bachelor\'s degree or equivalent (B.A., etc.) in an appropriate field and at least one year of relevant work experience.
• Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and interest in women\'s health and health disparities
• Expertise in data management and analysis using SAS, R, Stata, or other statistical software
• Proficient in survey design, implementation, and analysis
• Background in clinical research/ intervention studies, including familiarity with data abstraction and electronic medical records
• Strong scientific writing and oral communication skills
• Experience in spatial analysis and multi-level modeling (preferred)

Boston Children\'s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition, and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only

Boston Children\'s Hospital