Research Assistant I - Epidemiology & Population Sciences
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7372959 (Ref:26575-en_US)
Posted: October 21, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Section of Epidemiology and Population Sciences in the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Assistant I to support population health and outcomes research projects. Under supervision, the RA will assist with protocol-driven data collection, data management, and basic analyses, and will contribute to literature reviews and research documentation. The role supports production of reproducible research outputs (tables, figures, and brief reports) for manuscripts, abstracts, and grants.
Job Duties
Research Data Collection & Study Support (35%)
- Assist with protocol-driven research activities (e.g., chart abstraction, survey/registry data collection) under PI guidance.
- Conduct literature searches; manage references; and draft brief evidence summaries to support study aims and methods.
Data Management & Quality Assurance (30%)
- Collect, compile, clean, and manage datasets.
- Perform QC checks; maintain data dictionaries and analysis logs.
- Maintain secure file organization and required software/tools.
- Apply and document SOPs for research data handling, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance (IRB/HIPAA, as applicable)
Data Analysis & Reporting (25%)
- Conduct descriptive and basic inferential analyses.
- Generate tables/figures; summarize results for the investigative team.
- Develop/modify scripts in R/Python for data transformation, geocoding/linkage, and visualization using documented workflows.
Administrative & Other Research Support Activities (10%)
- Support project documentation and team communications.
- Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.
- Two years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field
- Master's degree in data informatics, public health or epidemiology, geographic information systems, bioinfomatics
- Experience with R/Python; GIS (ArcGIS Pro); REDCap; scientific writing/visualization
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
