Bilingual Research Assistant

Bilingual Research Assistant

Brown University

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Job Description:

Position Purpose:

This position provides bilingual research support for a physical
activity research study. The Bilingual Research Assistant is
responsible for recruiting and communicating with participants;
scheduling, preparing for, conducting, and documenting study
visits; collecting and entering study data; monitoring participant
completion of study activities; processing participant payments;
and translating study materials between English and Spanish. The
position requires careful adherence to research protocols,
consistent follow-through, timely communication, and accurate
documentation.

This position requires regular onsite work at Brown University. The
work schedule varies according to participant availability and
includes substantial evening hours and regularly scheduled Saturday
hours. Candidates must be able to maintain this schedule
consistently. This position requires travel to research and
community sites.

This is a fixed term position with an end date of 7/31/27 and may
be extended based upon available funding.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background
check and education verification that are satisfactory to Brown
University.

Job Qualifications and Competencies

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, public health preferred and 1

to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and
experience.

• Required: Must have reliable transportation to research and

community sites and must be available to work substantial evening
hours and regularly scheduled Saturday hours based on participant
availability.

• Required: Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
• Experience working in the community setting is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to

detail. Motivated and self-starting.

• Knowledge of necessary research methodology; knowledge of

health program planning, implementation, and evaluation
preferred.

• Experience in online surveys (e.g., Qualtrics software) is

preferred

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple responsibilities,

maintaining accurate records, and completing time-sensitive tasks
with limited day-to-day supervision.

Job Competencies

• Full professional oral and written proficiency in both English

and Spanish. Must be able to independently conduct participant
visits, explain study procedures, administer questionnaires,
communicate effectively with research participants, and accurately
translate study-related materials.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Travel to various research sites
• Ability to work independently while maintaining timely and

effective communication with the Project Director and other members
of the research team.

• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and ability to maintain

scheduled work hours on site, including evening and Saturday
participant appointments.

• Ability to independently manage an assigned work schedule,

arrive prepared for participant visits, and notify the Project
Director promptly of delays, absences, participant concerns, or
barriers to completing assigned work.

• Ability to follow assignments through to completion, meet

established deadlines, respond to supervisory communications in a
timely manner, and proactively communicate when a task cannot be
completed as expected.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and timely participant

records and documentation.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effort to meet project

goals

• Ability to learn, retain, and consistently follow detailed

research protocols, scripts, standard operating procedures, and
participant-confidentiality requirements.

• Ability to communicate professionally, respectfully, and

responsively with research participants, community partners,
supervisors, and other research staff.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to

detail. Motivated and self-starting.

The position requires regular onsite work and a variable schedule
that includes substantial evening hours and regularly scheduled
Saturday hours based on participant availability. Local travel to
community or research sites may be required. The position involves
frequent computer use, telephone and videoconference communication,
and preparation of participant materials.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at
Brown.

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-09-25

Job Posting Title:

Bilingual Research Assistant

Department:

Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity Research

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Onsite

Submission Guidelines:

The designated Position Work
Location for each position determines the approved modality
of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and
business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site,
hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must
reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is
registered to do business. Brown University is a registered
employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California,
Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York,
New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown
University, you must submit a separate application for each
position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed
only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are
not automatically considered for future openings.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits
discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's
race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin,
disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under
applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs,
and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals
on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University
maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with
applicable law.

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