Temp Non-Student Research Assistant

NU USA Northeastern University

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Puerto Rico (PR) Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 9, 2026 Last posted May 9, 2026
Job description

About the Opportunity

Job Description:

The Research technician will be part of the PROTECT/ECHO research studies based at the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This position will assist with the research related to the work being conducted in the clinics and with the study participants, supporting the consent, recruitment and follow-up activities for the ECHO protocol. Transporting biological  and environmental samples will also be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors in a science or public health related field.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, highly organized, dependable, and skilled in the use of Microsoft Office software.

  • Fluency in Spanish, ideally Puerto Rican Spanish, is required.

  • Prior experience in research studies is preferred.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate findings clearly.

  • Ability to move on the study area.

  • Availability to work weekends.

    Position Type

    Temporary

    Additional Information

    Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

    Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

    All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.

    Pay Rate:

    $19/hr.
    About this role

    Summary

    Assist with research activities, recruitment, sample collection, and documentation in a clinical study setting

    Job title

    Temp Non-Student Research Assistant

    Experience level

    none specified

    Industry

    education

    Location requirements

    Puerto Rico; remote work not specified

    Salary

    $19/hr.

    Visa sponsorship

    H-1B sponsor history

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    communicationorganizationresearch

    Preferred skills

    research experienceSpanish fluency

    Specializations

    public healthbiological samplesstudy recruitmentdata collection
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Unknown location

    Work arrangement unknown