Research Assistant, Family Medicine

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Position Information --------------------

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title: Research Assistant Family Medicine Classification Title: Project Staff Assistant Non-exempt Department: Family Medicine Posting Number: R250157 Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59473

Employer: Research Foundation Position Type: RF Professional Job Type: Full-Time Appointment Term: Salary Grade NE.99

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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.

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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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 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.

Salary Range -------------

$46,000 - $50,000

Additional 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 Campus

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Is a background check required for this posting? No

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Contact Information ---------------------

• Name: Angela Henke
• Contacts: Pronouns
• Contacts: Title: Department Administrator
• Contacts: Email: ahenke@buffalo.edu
• Contacts: Phone: 716-816-7248

Posting Dates --------------

Posted: 10/07/2025 Deadline for applicants: Open Until Filled Date to be filled

References ----------

Number of references required: 3 Reference Cutoff Date: Instructions to Applicant Supplemental Questions ----------------------

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Faculty --------

Faculty Student Association FSA Research Foundation Employee State Classified State Professional UB Foundation TAGA Student No Current Employment Affiliation