Research Associate I – Health Sciences Research Project - Washington DC Hybrid Office
The Research Associate I supports large-scale health sciences research projects by assisting with research design, data collection, management, and analysis. This role involves developing training materials, maintaining project documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance a comprehensive NIH-funded precision medicine initiative. The position is hybrid, based in Chicago or Washington, DC, requiring strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to ensure project success.
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Position summary
Confidential Client is seeking a Research Associate I to support a large-scale, long-term precision medicine research initiative. This hybrid, full-time role is based in Johnson City, TN and requires a minimum of six days per month in the office. The Research Associate I will help with study operations, data collection, system testing, documentation, training materials, and basic analysis to support high-quality, federally funded health research.
Key responsibilities
- Support research activities through documentation, administrative coordination, and process maintenance
- Assist with study design tasks and development of quantitative and/or qualitative data collection instruments
- Plan and conduct data collection activities and assist with monitoring, cleaning, and delivering data
- Help maintain study management systems and test workflows; create user guides and training materials
- Track deliverables, deadlines, and action items to help Project Manager keep tasks on schedule
- Translate technical processes into clear, user-friendly instructions and training content
- Use learning management systems (LMS) to track attendance and completion rates
- Conduct literature reviews and background research; draft memos, summaries, and report sections
- Liaise with technical teams (IT, statistics, TSSO) and other stakeholders to execute project plans
- Take meeting notes and prepare meeting summaries; support proposal development and document production
- Leverage AI tools where appropriate to improve training materials’ clarity and accessibility
Required qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in health policy, public health, public administration, sociology, or another social-science field
- At least 6 months of research experience (including internships) using qualitative and/or quantitative methods
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, critical-reasoning, and writing skills
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and contribute effectively in a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)
- Familiarity with statistical tools (e.g., R, Python) and LMS platforms (e.g., Absorb/Articulate) is a plus
- Occasional travel for site visits or meetings may be required
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.; Confidential Client is not able to provide visa sponsorship
Compensation & benefits
- Pay range: $56,000 per year
- Regular staff are eligible for comprehensive benefits including subsidized health insurance (effective day one), dental & vision, defined contribution retirement plan plus voluntary 403(b), group life, disability coverage, generous paid time off and holidays, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Confidential Client publishes pay ranges to promote equity and transparency; final placement within the range depends on experience, qualifications, and organizational needs
Location & schedule
- Hybrid role based in Johnson City, TN (minimum six days per month in the office)
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship is available
About the project & team
You will join a multi-disciplinary team supporting a federally funded initiative to advance precision medicine by building a comprehensive, diverse health database. The initiative collects electronic health records, survey data, genomic information, biospecimens, physical measurements, environmental data, and wearable-device data. The team values rigorous methods, cross-disciplinary collaboration, clear documentation, and producing high-quality, nonpartisan research outputs.
What to expect in the hiring process
Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter. Be prepared to provide professional references on request. Careertakes may surface additional matched opportunities to applicants through its platform.
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