Research Assistant, Family Medicine
Position Information
Position Title: Research Assistant, Family Medicine
Department: Family Medicine
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59473
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
Are you ready to contribute to impactful health research that benefits communities? The
Primary Care Research Institute (PCRI) at the University at Buffalos 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:
- 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.
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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelors 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 Bachelors degree with 2+ years of experience in research, academic, or healthcare settings.
- Experience working with diverse communities and external partners is highly valued.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$46,000 - $50,000
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Angela Henke
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Department Administrator
Contact's Email: ahenke@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-816-7248
Posting Dates
Posted: 10/07/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
