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Research Assistant Job Category: Research Requisition Number: RESEA001032 Full-Time On-site Springfield, MA 01103, USA Job Details Description Reports to: Vice President, Research & Population Health Salary/Status: Non-Exempt Hours: 40 hours/week Minimum Requirements: Associate\'s Degree (Bachelor\'s Degree preferred) or equivalent background and experience At least 2 years of experience working in a primary care, research, or community-based environment, or one year of experience with social science or public health research or the equivalent. Complete fluency in oral and written English. Fluency in another language (Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Vietnamese, or Nepali, preferred). Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented Ability to use a computer, Microsoft Office, proficient in accessing and searching the internet and in developing/maintaining Google docs, Excel spreadsheets, and other study-related systems/ platforms Must have the ability to be on-site and travel between health center sites, partner organizations, and attend regional/state-wide meetings (having own transportation preferred) Principle Responsibilities and Duties: Assist investigators and research team with all phases of research development and implementation (e.g., protocol development, IRB application/renewal, data tracking, reporting, dissemination) Demonstrated outreach and interviewing experience Conduct structured interviews with community members and study participants Build and maintain positive relationships with study participants and community members Facilitate passive referrals to appropriate health and social service agencies Support participant recruitment and retention efforts For bilingual candidates, provide real-time translation during community engagement activities Extract and compile data from electronic medical records and other clinical sources Transcribe data collection materials from in-depth participant interviews, focus groups, etc. Enter and validate research data into designated database systems Assist in organizing and maintaining research files and documentation Support quality control processes for data accuracy and completeness Help prepare data for analysis and reporting/dissemination Maintain detailed documentation of all research activities and participant interactions Excellent interpersonal communication skills Assist with preparation of research materials and documentation Support compliance with research protocols and regulatory requirements Attend and contribute to research team meetings Must show discretion in the handling of confidential information Must possess the ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions when necessary Working Conditions: Position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and typing on a computer; ability to stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to perform moderate activities such as climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds at times; and potential exposure to adverse outdoor environmental conditions.