Job Description:

The Research Assistant will support the day-to-day operations of research studies including managing communications between research staff and participants, data acquisition and analysis, and overseeing workflow of the projects

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience or relevant field and 1 to 2 research years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Lived experience will be considered for peer-based research studies.

Job Competencies

A competitive candidate is hard-working, diligent, able to multi-task and can delegate work based on priority. This person must possess a strong understanding of conducting biomedical clinical research.

The candidate must be able to engage with all types of individuals and possess a positive and kind spirit along with respect for the population with whom the research is conducted.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This position is in person only.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

Candidates must possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment

This is a fixed term position with an end date June 31, 2026 which may be extended based upon available funding .

Include a resume and cover letter

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-05-10

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

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Additional Information:

Information about our salary ranges can be found here (https://www.brown.edu/about/administration/human-resources/compensation-services/salary-ranges) .

Attachments:

A resume is required as part of your job application. Please also include a cover letter and any other related documents as noted in the job description.

Questions Submitting Your Application:

If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@brown.edu.