Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY / OVERVIEW STATEMENT:


The Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Department of Emergency Medicine's division of health services research is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist with ongoing and future health services research studies. Through participation in federally- and foundation-funded research studies, our division aims to produce high-quality evidence to advance the practice of emergency medicine to ensure safe, timely, equitable, efficient, patient-focused care; inform policy; and improve access to emergency care and its delivery. The person in this role will work with a dynamic team of investigators and research staff to contribute to studies performed in the Department of Emergency Medicine at MGH.


The successful candidate will be highly motivated, possess skills in data management and analysis, and have some experience doing research on the US health care system. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills will be highly valued; attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks are essential. Other valued traits include analytical skills, ability to resolve technical problems, ability to interpret acceptability of data results, and have a working knowledge of data management programs.


This is a part-time (20 hours / week) position.


This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing graduate studies or a career in the fields of medicine, public health, or health policy research.



PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


• Conduct internet-based research to develop new and augment existing datasets.


• Manage large datasets.


• Perform basic data analyses.


• Conduct literature reviews.


• Actively participates in meetings and teleconferences with other research colleagues.


• May assist with drafting grant applications.


• Conducts library searches.


• Creates posters for annual conferences.


• Provides grammar and copyediting review / support for reports and manuscripts.


• Performs other study related or administrative duties as needed or requested.



SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:


• Able to work independently and as a team player.


• Excellent attention to detail.


• Very good communication skills.


• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, people, and schedules.


• Comfort with computers, specifically the Windows operating system, is essential.


• Comfortable searching the Internet, as well as performing literature searches using Medline.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, as well as the ability to learn how to use new software.



Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Required: Bachelor's degree.


• Preferred: Master's degree.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Required: Human Subject Protection Training (once hired)


• Preferred: Good Clinical Practice

EXPERIENCE:

• Required: Prior experience with data management.


• Preferred: Prior experience with design and execution of empirical research. Proficiency with basic statistical analyses.

WORKING CONDITIONS:



Works in an office setting.



EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Apply Now