RESEARCH ASSISTANT, School of Public Health, Epidemiology Job at Boston University, Boston, MA

ZE1yejg3MkpSb0hvcTU4N3h4NlRFZm12b0E9PQ==
  • Boston University
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

The Department of Epidemiology is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) to support the day-to-day operations of the Pregnancy Study Online (PRESTO) at the Boston University School of Public Health. Specific responsibilities will include managing all contacts with study subjects; tracing lost subjects; coordinating participant compensation; overseeing biospecimen collection kit and shipment supplies; monitoring success of advertising; updating the study website; performing quality control; performing literature reviews; assisting with mailings and subject tracking for validation study and sub studies (E-PRESTO, home pregnancy tests, semen collection); monitoring biospecimen collection and coordinating sample shipments; overseeing the organization and storage of biospecimen samples in PRESTO freezers; organizing research meetings, drafting meeting minutes; maintaining up-to-date IRB applications and study protocols; and drafting grant progress reports. The RA will also assist Principal Investigators with basic administrative tasks, including booking of travel, processing of travel and meeting expenses, grant writing, conference preparation, and manuscript submission. This is an in-person (on-site) position. 

Required Skills

A bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of experience and proficiency in Word, Access, and Excel is required. A background in the natural sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry) or public health is strongly preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors,

Similar Jobs

General Dynamics Information Technology

Next Generation Desktop Environment (NGDE) Engineer - TS/SCI Job at General Dynamics Information Technology

 ...our nations safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. Job Description GDIT is your place. Make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT,... 

New York State Civil Service

Internal investigator Job at New York State Civil Service

 ...With Developmental Disabilities, Office for Title Internal Investigator 1 OPWDD Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective...  ...Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Central Office Human... 

Domino's Franchise

Delivery Driver - 1820 Dunlawton Ave Job at Domino's Franchise

 ...s Pizza - from fresh out of the oven to the customer's door - our drivers make it happen. Money! Our delivery experts are paid cash daily from earned tips and mileage reimbursement. That is money in your pocket every night! In addition, they earn an hourly wage.... 

JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

Investment Banking - Mid-Cap Investment Banking - Associate Job at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Investment Banking Associate to join our dynamic Mid Cap Investment Banking team in Washington DC. Job Summary As an Associate in our Mid Cap Investment Banking group, you will be a key player in our business strategy...

EMT International

CNC Machinist Job at EMT International

Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a CNC Machinist at {EMPLOYER-DESC}, where precision and efficiency drive our success. In this role, you will operate computer numerical control (CNC) machines to fabricate parts and perform machine setups to meet engineering specifications...