Research Assistant Iii Non-lab - Boston, United States - Harvard University

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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 groundbreaking 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 fulltime 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 detailoriented 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.
    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.
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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.
- and post-award administration. Supports the preparation, proofreading, and submission of technical reports, manuscripts, and grant related material including progress reports.

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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.

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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 jobspecific skills and competencies are preferred:
  • The following job-related skills and experience are preferred:
  • Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred
  • Master's Degree is strongly preferred (MPH, MS, etc.)
  • Experience with statistical software such as R strongly preferred
  • Experience working internationally in low and middleincome countries, Africa or Latin America
  • Experience and/or interest in a research career in mental health field
  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with REDCap is a strong plus
  • Works both independently with mínimal supervision and within a team environment
  • Highly organized and detailoriented
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
  • Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and diplomacy at all times with diverse staff across institutions and
- countries

  • The following cultural competencies are also preferred:
  • Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments
  • Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity
  • Experience fostering and reinforcing an environment that values unique experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and goals

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
  • The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
  • Harvard University requires preemployment reference checks and background scree
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