Research Assistant Jobs

A Research Assistant in the mental health industry plays a crucial role in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data related to mental health studies. They assist researchers in conducting experiments, surveys, and interviews to gather data, maintain accurate records of research findings, and contribute to the writing and presentation of research results. They may also be responsible for literature reviews, database management, and regulatory compliance. Research Assistants work in a variety of settings including academic institutions, private research firms, and healthcare organizations.

Important skills for a Research Assistant in Mental Health include strong analytical skills, an understanding of research methodologies, and proficiency with statistical software. They should also have excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of mental health issues and treatments is essential. While a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field is often required, a master's degree or higher can be advantageous. Certification is not typically required, but credentials like the Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Research Assistant, individuals might have roles such as Mental Health Worker, Clinical Research Coordinator, or Mental Health Counselor.

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Research Assistant I

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Ability to be highly organized to facilitate record-keeping, data management, managing multiple responsibilities and collaboration with student research assistants....

Clinical Research Assistant (per diem)

  • Belmont, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Belmont, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary Summary Working under the supervision of a Senior Research Assistant, Manager or Principal Investigator and following established policies and procedures, provides assistance on clinical...

Clinical Research Assistant

  • Providence, RI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 11 hours ago

The research assistant may have the opportunity to participate in generating presentations and reports as the data permit....

Research Assistant- Orthopaedic Specialists

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 hours ago

UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a full-time Research Assistant to support Orthopaedic Specialists located at 9104 Babcock Blvd Medical T building 5th floor Pittsburgh PA 15237....

Research Assistant II

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

For over 30 years, the Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders has been involved in a wide range of research for children and adults with developmental disabilities and comorbid psychiatric...

Research Assistant

  • Bryan, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Bryan, TX
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Required Education: Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Mental Health or related field Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of MS Office Experience with Excel spreadsheets and database...

Clinical Research Assistant - Neuropsychiatric Research Fund

  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 1 day ago

A Clinical Research Assistant is needed to work on one or more research projects in the COBBRA Lab....

Temporary Research Assistant

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Temporary Research Assistant position will support Pathway to Practice teacher/participants during the Summer 2025 season....

Research Assistant VI

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities....

Pro Tem Research Asst/Assoc/Postdoc - Open Pool

  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Requirements Research Assistant Rank: Bachelor's degree in Education or a related area....

Research Assistant

  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 3 days ago

Prior experience with mental health, substance use, or tobacco research preferred. Familiarity with IRB protocols, research ethics, and human subjects research regulations preferred....

Research Assistant (Temporary Casual)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

The research assistant will work closely with the research coordinator and principal investigator as well as attend weekly lab meetings....

Minimum Requirements To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type B): Bachelors degree in Psychology or other related field To qualify for the rank of Research Assistant (Type C): Masters degree...

Research Assistant Professor of Public Mental Health University of Pennsylvania

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

Research Assistant Professor of Public Mental Health Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 05, 2023 Deadline: Dec 05, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School...

Research Assistant Professor of Public Mental Health

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

Research Assistant Professor of Public Mental Health Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 05, 2023 Deadline: Dec 05, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School...

Research Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Education Research That Matters: Ways of Researching
Connecting insights from existing research to practice and building on this to design realistic and high-quality research projects can be challenging. Understanding research methods is crucial to...
Research Ethics: a guide for responsible research with human subjects
Learn to identify the key ethical issues in human subjects research, to critically reflect on these, and to practically approach them through experts lectures and interviews, case studies, and...
Education Research that Matters: Doing Research in Your Learning Community
Many teachers want to learn new knowledge and methods to improve their teaching, but it can be hard for someone outside of research communities to perform research of their own. On this course,...

Salary for Research Assistant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Research Assistants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
37.6%
Doctorate Degree
15.1%
Associate's Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Research Assistants
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.4%
4-6 years
17.3%
None
15.5%
Less than 1 year
13.3%
6-8 years
9.8%
8-10 years
1.5%