"Research Assistant"

Job Description

The Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute is looking for a full-time grant-funded Research Assistant to work on several different research studies relating to mental health in families and youth. The successful applicant will work closely with the Project Managers, Clinicians, and other staff, as well as the Principal Investigators, on efforts that will have a direct impact on the different research studies. Job-related activities include but are not limited to: (1) conducting study-related formative research; and (2) recruiting study participants; (3) screening for eligibility, consenting eligible participants and scheduling participant interviews; (4) conducting initial enrollment interviews and follow-up interviews; (5) compiling and entering data into study databases; (5) delivering study interventions.

Job Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in public health, social work, or related field is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Undergraduate coursework in research methods. Bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred.

Experience

• Experience with survey and database software, such as Redcap, preferred.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Experience working in human subjects research, preferred.
• Research experience, particularly with mental health research.

Job Competencies

• Strong software proficiency (i.e. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, RedCap, Qualtrics), with willingness to learn and utilize new software applications as needed
• High level of comfort with technology that enables virtual interactions (e.g., Zoom, Webex, Google Meet, TEAMS).
• Ability to interact well with parents and youth.
• Ability to discuss mental health concerns, including depression and substance use.
• Ability to compile and enter data accurately.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, high level of professionalism and organization required.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently with little structure.
• Willing to travel locally to conduct study activities.
• Flexibility to support a varying work schedule which may involve some days with a noon-8pm schedule.

This is a hybrid-eligible position.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 10/31/2026, which may be extended based upon available funding.

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

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-10-07

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute

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:

Hybrid Eligible

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.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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

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