New 
Research Assistant I
 Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 75 Francis Street (Show on map) | |
 Feb 19, 2026 | |
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Summary
Provides assistance to the Principal Investigator and Study Team in coordinating research activities that may include conducting a variety of routine experiments with established methodologies, data collection and management, and other research activities as assigned. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a grace period of six months from their hire date (up to 1 year if starting per diem)to provide degree equivalency verification. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Responsible for data collection, management, manipulation, analysis, and reporting. -Study cohort management. -Outreach communication with subjects, conducting mailings, follow-up on mailings, and obtaining necessary documents. -Provides assistance on work related to epidemiological studies and other population-based research. Education The RAI at the Allegretti lab will work with Dr. Allegretti and the study team coordinate subject recruitment, clinical data and sample collection, study related communications, and IRB submissions for designated projects, as well as organize and assist in the management of clinical trials operations.
The RAI is responsible for evaluating and tracking the recruitment process including outcomes, expenditures, and reporting to investigators on outcomes related to study progress. The assistant must conduct all study related activities according to HIPAA and IRB guidelines.
This position may also include direct communication and study set up with clinical trial sponsors including collaborators and pharmaceutical companies
Additional responsibilities include working in close contact with gastroenterologists, research staff, clinical staff, sponsors, Partners' Institutional Review Board (IRB), and fiscal/legal groups within and outside of Partners, as necessary. Excellent communication (oral and written), phone, and computer skills are necessary.
Working with study sponsors and investigators in order to initiate clinical trial set up as well as coordinate and execute all study visits, specimen collection, and overall study activities.
Working independently and under general supervision from the study of investigators, provides support to clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: developing and implementing strategies for improving study logistics and execution, recommending changes to protocols, and completing administrative duties.
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