The Center for Behavioral Science Research (CBSR) at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated full-time research assistant with experience in conducting human subjects research. The research assistant will primarily work on a grant funded by the American Heart Association to motivate cessation of adolescent vaping using digital health technology. The project involves developing the intervention through qualitative data collection (focus groups, interviews), and conducting a randomized clinical trial to test the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of the intervention. Duties include study protocol and intervention development, IRB submission, study participant recruitment and data collection, data management, liaising with technology partners, literature reviews and general research tasks.

1-3 year's experience and a Bachelor's Degree required

Fluent computer skills (Adobe Acrobat, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Some early evening and Saturday hours may be necessary. Applicants should possess a BA or BS degree in psychology or related social science field plus 1-3 years of research experience working with human subjects, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a strong interest in the application of mobile technology to improve population health. Previous experience using mobile or electronic health for behavior change is preferred. The research assistant will join a growing dynamic group of health psychologists and behavioral medicine experts, research staff and postdoctoral associates working on several ongoing projects and will be afforded the opportunity for professional development. Salary and benefits are competitive.

The Boston University Medical Campus is comprised of the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, the School of Medicine, and the School of Public Health, providing a strong collaborative interdisciplinary environment with a wealth of resources, including the NIH-funded Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) which provides an array of services, collaborative opportunities, pilot funding, and training. Robust collaborations with the surrounding community supports dissemination research.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions ). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site. 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.