Research Assistant II/ Interventionist

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

The Perini Family Survivors’ Center at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking to hire a per diem health interventionist/research assistant.  This is a remote position, and it is anticipated that it would involve primarily evenings and weekends..

The Center’s research is focused on the psychosocial and health outcomes of adult and childhood cancer survivors, including posttraumatic stress, insomnia, and sexual health. Currently, the Center has several  NIH-funded studies evaluating single-session educational interventions for cancer survivors.The principal role of the interventionist would be to deliver a group education interventi on sexual health to female cancer survivors remotely via Zoom. Additional responsibilities may include corresponding with potential participants via email, conducting telephone interviews,and assisting with database management.

• Bachelor's degree in public health, natural or social science preferred. 2 years of experience in public health or health policy strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, dependable, motivated and willingness to learn new tasks.
• Computer skills, including prior use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to relate effectively in-person and on the telephone to diverse groups of patients, community members, physicians, nurses, researchers, children and parents.
• Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work evenings and some weekends.
• Bilingual language skills may be required - dependent upon study population target.

Graduate work in psychology, health, social work, education, nursing or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Experience with health or behavioral research preferred. The ideal applicant will have prior experience in public speaking or as an instructor, tutor, or coach, and be available to work evening and/or weekend hours. Although a completely remote position, candidates must reside in a New England state.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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