Created | 05/16/2024 |
Reference | 240963689 |
Country | United States |
State | Massachusetts |
City | Boston |
Zip | 02108 |
Salary | - |
Harvard University
Position Title: Research Assistant III Non-Lab Req ID: 65768BR School or Unit: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Description: Job Summary The Department of Epidemiology, at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, studies the frequency, distribution, and determinants of disease in humans, a fundamental science of public health. In addition to pursuing ground-breaking global research initiatives, we educate and prepare future medical leaders and practitioners as part of our mission to ignite positive changes in the quality of health across the world. Position Description This role is for a full-time Research Assistant position in Dr. Karestan Koenen's research group in the Department of Epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH). This position is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented team player interested in research in population mental health. This position will focus on the data and research coordination needs for the team, and report to the Assistant Director of Research Operations. The Research Assistant will anticipate and initiate actions to ensure smooth operation of multiple programs across HSPH and the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research of the Broad Institute, specifically projects related to different psychiatric disorders (i.e. schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and eating disorders). The Koenen lab conducts research in the US and partners with institutions across Africa and Latin America for primary data collection. This position would be tasked with working on both domestic and global projects. This individual will contribute to various aspects of research coordination and data analysis, including running study meetings with collaborators, providing support for daily study operations, preparing ethics committee applications, creating monthly data reports, performing statistical analyses, and research dissemination. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Research Coordination - Assists the Director and Assistant Director with the planning, implementation, and closeout of multiple international studies; helps with data cleaning and organization, planning study questionnaires and helping oversee study recruitment; serves as a liaison between international study teams and Harvard Research team. Data Processing & Analysis - Carries out the cleaning, organizing, analysis, and management of data, programs study questionnaires in REDCap (research electronic data capture) or similar software, and produces regular data reports and presentations for the research team. Grant-Funded Research -Work in collaboration with the Sponsored Research Team to compile data and resources needed for grant applications and maintenance of pre- and post-award administration. Supports the preparation, proofreading, and submission of technical reports, manuscripts, and grant related material including progress reports. Dissemination of Research Results - Performs literature reviews, drafts abstracts and designs posters and presentations, contributes to manuscripts and grant submissions. Presents updates to investigators and collaborators. International Travel - Travels to sites in Africa and Latin America (one trip per year) to support implementation of the projects. Other duties as assigned PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term appointment of June 30, 2025 with the possibility of extension. This position requires international travel. Basic Qualifications 3+ years of related experience required; a combination of education and experience may be considered. The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:
The following cultural competencies are also preferred:
Additional Qualifications and Skills Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country! ----------
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LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only) #LI-JW1 Department Office Location: USA - MA - Boston Job Code: 403117 Research Assistant III Non-Lab Job Function: Research Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) Sub Unit: ------------ Salary Grade: 054 Department: Epidemiology Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Time Status: Full-time Pre-Employment Screening: Identity Commitment to Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging: At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination. Learn more about the School's mission, objectives, and core values, our Principles of Citizenship, and our diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives. EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. PI240963689 |
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Employer | Harvard University |