Research Lead (Research Assistant) - Georgetown University Medical Center

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

As a top academic health and science center in the United States, seeks to provide, in a synergistic fashion, excellence in education — training physicians, nurses and other health care professionals, as well as biomedical scientists — and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research collaboration, enhancing our basic science and translational biomedical research capacity in order to improve human health. Emphasizing service, we are dedicated to the Catholic, Jesuit principle of — “care of the whole person.” Our partnerships with organizations in the region strengthen our work and expand its reach.

The Research Lead (Research Assistant) provides primary research support for faculty academic book development and high-impact publications in medical humanities, history of medicine, and in the areas of diagnostic excellence and equity. The role focuses on comprehensive research support and manuscript development while maintaining organized research documentation systems. Working 10 hours per week, duties include but are not limited to :

Conduct comprehensive literature reviews across humanities, social sciences, and medical databases.

Support academic book manuscript preparation and revision.

Create and maintain research databases with annotated bibliographies.

Analyze historical and contemporary medical narratives.

Manage citation systems and documentation for manuscripts.

Work Interactions

This position reports to a faculty member and works collaboratively as part of a team including other student assistants supporting various aspects of academic and public engagement work. The role requires strong independent work capabilities while contributing to Georgetown University's academic research and publishing initiatives. The position offers flexible scheduling within standard business hours.

Requirements and Qualifications

Current undergraduate or graduate student with an interest in science and health studies, literature, and / or medical history

Strong academic research and writing skills (writing sample required)

Experience with research tools, databases, and citation management software [i.e. Zotero and Endnote]

Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Excellence in organization and attention to detail with proficiency in literature review methodologies

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Preferred Requirements and Qualifications

Prior research assistant experience

Background in literature, history of medicine, or medical humanities

Experience with manuscript preparation and academic publishing

Familiarity with qualitative research methods

Experience with systematic literature reviews

Knowledge of medical or healthcare contexts

Experience with digital research tools and databases

Pay Range :

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is :

19.20 - $28.70

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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Submission Guidelines :

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EEO Statement :

Georgetown University is an fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic

Benefits :

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the .

Salary : $19 - $29