Job Description:

Position Purpose:

The part-time Research Assistant (RA) will assist in research studies that examine alcohol use among young individuals working in different high-risk occupations and industries for alcohol misuse. Work activities involve participant recruitment and scheduling; conducting zoom-based research sessions and qualitative interviews/coding with study participants; participant tracking and retention; and managing participant payments. The RA is expected to collaborate with project staff and faculty to maintain variable directories and other project documentation, conduct library research as needed, and assemble materials for IRB modifications and progress reports. Opportunities for authorship on peer-reviewed publications will be available. The RA will report directly to one supervisor, with additional direction and project oversight from other department supervisors  as assigned.

Job Qualification and Competencies

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Required: Proficiency in Word and Excel

• Required: Experience in research design and experience with human subjects research

• Experience in the fields of addiction and/or substance abuse is preferred

• Flexibility in work schedule is preferable, including possible evening hours and weekends

Job Competencies

Indicate the essential job competencies. Competencies are required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the job successfully. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effort to meet project goals

• Openness to and interest in learning new skills

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

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 11/01/2026 which may be extended based upon available funding.

This position is remote eligible

Benefits of Working at Brown:

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

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-11-20

Job Posting Title:

Research Assistant

Department:

Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

8

Position Work Location:

Remote 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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EEO Statement:

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