Research Assistant

Position Summary:   The Research Assistant will support the Research Department and Principal Investigator in a variety of tasks related to data collection, literature review, project coordination, and administrative support. This position provides a unique opportunity for a highly motivated candidate. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and interested in advancing research related to public health, neuroscience, education, or behavioral sciences.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, and reference management using tools such as EndNote.


• Collect, clean, and manage data from surveys


• Conduct preliminary data analysis using REDCap, and other statistical tools


• Help prepare tables, charts, and figures for presentations, manuscripts, and reports


• Draft and edit sections of research manuscripts, proposals, and grant applications under supervision


• Participate in research team meetings and provide administrative support as needed


• Assist in organizing community-based research events, webinars, or outreach activities


• Maintain research project files and track progress using project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Planner)


• Adhere to ethical research standards and ensure confidentiality of all data and participant information

• Community engagement activity (tabling at local events, contributions to social media campaigns). 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Master’s degree program (preferably in Psychology, Public Health, Gerontology, Neuroscience, Biology, Education, or a related field) with 2-3 years’ experience working on a research study from beginning to completion.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


• 2 – 3 years working experience using REDCap statistical software is a must; and familiarity with SPSS, NVivo, or STATA software


• Working with human subjects’ research protocols and IRB processes


• Knowledge of or interest in Aging, Alzheimer’s disease or Related dementia, or health disparities research


• Experience working in research setting


• Work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience in human subject research.


• Ability to speak/read/write a second language. Spanish


• Ability to communicate via phone, email, and text message.


• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.


• Experience interacting with older adults.


• Ability to recruit and assist potential study participants.


• Participate in the preparation and delivery of presentations to disseminate study findings.