Research Student

Overview

The student, under close supervision and within established departmental and hospital policies and procedures will perform a variety of general, technical, research, administrative or professional duties to support research activities within the field of cardiovascular medicine in the Ablation Biophysics Laboratory under the supervision of William H. Sauer, MD. This is a temporary job code and is intended for the student to gain valuable experiences and insights into the various research roles over the summer.

Specific responsibilities will be discussed in detail with applicants and will be project based.

• Collects and codes data.
• Transfers collected data to code sheets.
• Prepare data for keypunching / computer input.
• Documents system changes, informing supervisor of conflicts between coding methods and protocol.
• Prepares written reports on data, as appropriate.
• Performs basic research experiments.
• Assists with analysis of experimental data using basic statistical methods.
• Performs literature searches.
• Assists with maintenance of a clean and orderly lab.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

No

Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program 0-1 year required and Math, statistics, or programming background of coursework 0-1 year preferred

• Basic Computer literacy.
• Attention to Detail.
• Good Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Good Customer service skills.

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.