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Boston University

Research Associate, Framingham Heart Study

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A Research Associate typically has more experience than a Research Assistant. Responsibilities can include the planning and design of research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, contributing to research publications or grant proposals, and collaborating with other researchers. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles are often held by people with advanced degrees in their field of study with several years of experience in research or academia.

$76,877 / year median in Massachusetts

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Research Associate, Framingham Heart Study  Category Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional Job Location Framingham, MA, United States Tracking Code 26501030040817 Posted Date 8/18/2026 Salary Grade Grade 48 Expected Hiring Range Minimum $71,925.00 Expected Hiring Range Maximum $93,375.00 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Type Full-Time/Regular We are seeking a highly motivated and independent Biostatistician or equivalent to join our research team focused on cardiovascular and neurodegenerative epidemiology. This position will serve as the primary analyst for a newly funded project investigating how social isolation and depression affect stroke risk and cognitive outcomes. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading complex statistical analyses using data from the Framingham Heart Study (FHS) and performing large-scale replication analyses in the UK Biobank (UKB). We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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