Senior Research Assistant

Position Summary

The Senior Research Assistant will support the design, execution, management, and evaluation of research projects at the Morehouse School of Medicine Prevention Research Center. The role involves collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data while collaborating with research teams, faculty, and students. The Senior Research Assistant will also assist in the preparation of publications, reports, presentations, and grant proposals. The Senior Research Assistant will be responsible for scheduling and hosting meetings to identify research project evaluation needs, provide progress updates, and communicate research or evaluation findings.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in public health or related health or social sciences field

• 4+ years of experience conducting quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method data analyses.
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Experience with data collection and statistical software (e.g., Qualtrics, REDcap, SPSS).
• Experience or strong interest in community-based research and evaluation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Relevant research certifications (e.g., CITI, HIPAA) are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in research software such as SPSS, R, SAS, or related.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Assist in the design, execution, and management of research projects, ensuring alignment with study protocols.
• Assist with developing data collection instruments.
• Collect, process, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
• Conduct statistical analysis and interpret experimental data using software such as SPSS, R, or SAS.
• Collaborate with team members on the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for publication or conferences.

• Coordinate project timelines and ensure milestones are met.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of experiments, data, and research activities.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, federal, and ethical guidelines for research.
• Support the research team with the implementation of study activities.
• Assist in planning and scheduling research procedures.
• Participate in recurring project meetings related to the assigned functions or projects.

• Assist with the preparation and submission of grant proposals and reports.
• Monitor budget expenditures and assist in managing project funds.

• Provide guidance and training to junior research staff, students, and interns.
• Coordinate research activities and ensure quality control of data collection and documentation.

• Oversee the maintenance of laboratory equipment and research tools.
• Assist with ordering supplies and managing inventory.
• Collaborate with the department and institutional administration for regulatory submissions (IRB, IACUC, etc.).