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Temporary Research Assistant 2

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
181 Longwood Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 24, 2025
1)Providing assistance with writing manuscripts - assist with writing scientific manuscripts on eye diseases - conducting scientific literature reviews - assist with technical reviews of manuscripts - assist with submitting papers to journals and helping to respond to comments from reviewers 2)Assist with various administrative tasks - assist with writing content for the NHS/NHS2 intranet site (e.g., to help new investigators learn about how to analyze cohort data and to learn about completed past substudies - assist with assessing the feasibility of a proposed study by an external investigators and assist with processing paperwork involved in onboarding new investigators. Skills needed - Understanding of basic biology. - Proficiency in conducting literature reviews. - Excellent written and oral communication. - Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. - Programming skills (R, SAS) preferred. We are seeking a temp (per diem) Research Assistant who can assist with the following research tasks: Providing assistance with writing manuscripts - assist with writing scientific manuscripts on eye diseases - conducting scientific literature reviews - assist with technical reviews of manuscripts - assist with submitting papers to journals and helping to respond to comments from reviewers Assist with various administrative tasks - assist with writing content for the NHS/NHS2 intranet site (e.g., to help new investigators learn about how to analyze cohort data and to learn about completed past substudies - assist with assessing the feasibility of a proposed study by an external investigators and assist with processing paperwork involved in onboarding new investigators. Skills needed - Understanding of basic biology. - Proficiency in conducting literature reviews. - Excellent written and oral communication. - Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. - Programming skills (R, SAS) preferred. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.