Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Junior Project Research Associate has the primary responsibility for working with assigned project teams and third parties to support operational aspects of Epidemiology studies under the direction of senior team members/Manager.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and project specific operational support to Epidemiologists and Project Managers (schedule meetings, record meeting minutes, conduct literature searches, etc.)
• Format department documents and project deliverables including organizational charts, tables, figures, reports, manuscripts, presentations, abstracts/posters for scientific conferences, etc.
• Prepare and distribute documents for review and signature by department staff and project team members
• Prepare materials for Institutional Review Board, National Death Index and internal health plan approval
• Follow department standard operating procedures
• Assist fellow Research Associate team members as needed
• Monitor the efforts and performance of third-party consultants and vendors to execute project activities according to project milestones
• Assist in development of data collection materials and third-party vendor/consultant training materials
• Plan, organize and monitor data collection aspects of assigned medical record or survey research activities
• Review of deliverables from third-party vendors and consultants including status reports, data collection tools, etc.
• Act as a liaison for study team members and third parties (vendors, consultants, patients, and providers) for project questions
• Maintain and communicate project timelines and status reports with internal project team members, vendors, and external consultants
• Organize, maintain, handle, and archive sensitive and protected information
• Perform regular archiving of project emails and study documentation
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation and support
• Provide on-site administrative support to Epidemiology staff in the Boston office 1-3 days per week* (book conference rooms, prepare for onsite meetings, visitor support, order supplies and equipment, distribute mail, record retention support)

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, public health, life sciences, chemistry, biology, or related science degree
• 2+ years of experience in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
• 1+ years of work experience in an administrative, research/lab or project support role
• 1+ years of experience formatting materials for reports, tables and presentations supporting projects and clients
• 1+ years of experience with document management and organization
• 1+ year of experience ensuring work quality by following SOPs and department procedures
• Currently reside in the Boston, MA area with the ability to work in-office 1-3 days per week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with medical records, surveys, and/or health claims data
• Experience in Adobe Acrobat Professional and/or Visio
• Experience communicating professionally, both orally and in writing to internal and external partners/clients
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment
• Proven interest in epidemiology, drug safety, public health, and/or pharmaceuticals

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.