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Research Assistant I Per Diem Global Health Equity

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
20 Shattuck Street (Show on map)
Sep 26, 2025
The Department of Global Health Equity is seeking a per diem Research Assistant to support ongoing research on child health and nutrition. The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of a senior investigator and project leads, contributing to epidemiological and population-based studies aimed at improving child growth and developmental outcomes. This position will also involve support for reporting, data management, and the development of new research proposals. Essential Functions Support data collection, management, cleaning, analysis, and reporting related to child health and nutrition outcomes. Assist in managing study cohorts, including outreach, communication with participants, and coordinating follow-up. Contribute to progress reports and prepare descriptive statistics under supervision. Gather background literature and data to aid in developing future proposals related to stunting and child nutrition research. Work collaboratively with investigators and orient new staff as needed. Ensure all activities follow ethical and institutional guidelines. Education Bachelor's Degree Science required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience Relevant research and data management experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good interpersonal and communication skills. - Careful attention to detail. - Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks. - Intermediate computer literacy including database tools. - Knowledge of data management programs. - Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism, and work more independently. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.