Research Assistant, Family Medicine
Job Description
Fiscal Year
2025-2026Position Title
Research Assistant, Family MedicineClassification Title
Project Staff Assistant (Non-exempt)Department
Family MedicinePosting Number
R250157Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59473Employer
Research FoundationPosition Type
RF ProfessionalJob Type
Full-TimeSalary Grade
N/E.99Position Summary
Are you ready to contribute to impactful health research that benefits communities? The Primary Care Research Institute (PCRI) at the University at Buffalo’s Department of Family Medicine is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant to provide essential research, management, and administrative support for health-related research projects. PCRI has been recognized as a leader in translating research into practice and communities, with both local and national impact.
In this role, you will collaborate with research teams and community partners to support the successful implementation of health research and evaluation protocols. Your contributions will help generate meaningful insights to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes for diverse populations.
We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized professional with a passion for public health and research. You should be able to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and handle time-sensitive tasks with accuracy and confidentiality. Join us at the Primary Care Research Institute and play a key role in research that makes a real difference in community health!
Key Responsibilities:
We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized professional with a passion for public health and research. You should be able to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and handle time-sensitive tasks with accuracy and confidentiality. Join us at the Primary Care Research Institute and play a key role in research that makes a real difference in community health!
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinating and collaborating with project partners and stakeholders to support research initiatives.
- Assisting research teams in implementing research protocols, assisting with data collection, and contributing to data management and analysis.
- Conducting literature searches, assisting with report writing, and contributing to the preparation of research materials.
- Organizing and facilitating meetings with project teams, maintaining detailed records and ensuring clear communication.
- Providing administrative support, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor policies, including IRB protocols.
- Performing quantitative and qualitative data collection and basic descriptive analysis.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and up to 2 years related experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
- Basic familiarity with IRB protocols and research procedures, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and web-based platforms, is required.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential.
Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience in research, academic, or healthcare settings.
- Experience working with diverse communities and external partners is highly valued.
Salary Range
$46,000 - $50,000Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.Work Hours
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Campus
Downtown CampusIs a background check required for this posting?
NoContact's Name
Angela HenkeContact's Title
Department AdministratorContact's Email
ahenke@buffalo.eduContact's Phone
716-816-7248Posted
10/07/2025Deadline for applicants
Open Until FilledNumber of references required
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