Research Associate - Boston, United States - Harvard University

Harvard University

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Boston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Description-
Primary Duties

Develop, design, conduct, analyze, and implement research using data science knowledge and prior knowledge of requested statistical packages. Perform statistical programming.
Exercise independent decision making with regard to progression of research project and methodologies. When confronted with unexpected research data, be able to make deductions, add insight, and draw conclusions to share with faculty.
Ensure compliance with department, University, and federal regulations. Complete work with only general direction. Be aware of department, School, University policies and potential outside research policies.
Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics, quantitative sciences, or businessrelated field required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Evidence of outstanding academic achievement.
Indication of independent research experience and/or applied experience.
Statistical/programming experience and/or applied experience with Python, R, or other languages.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organization, research, analytical, writing, and editing skills are required. Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to adapt to changes in priorities; ability to work calmly under deadline pressure, work both independently and as a team member, take initiative; and follow projects through to completion.

Additional Information

This is a parttime term appointment starting July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, with potential for reappointment for the following year. All HBS RA roles are structured as appointments.
This role is offered as a hybrid (some combination of onsite and remote) where you are required to be onsite at our Boston, MA based campus 24 days per week. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.
Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity

Benefits-
Paid Time Off:

3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

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Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
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Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
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Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
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Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
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Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
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Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
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Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
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Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro

Boston.

Job Function

Research

Department Office Location

USA
MA
Boston

Job Code

RS0055 Researcher I Humanities

Work Format

Hybrid (partially onsite, partially remote)

Sub-Unit
Salary Grade

Department

Division of Research and Faculty Development

Union

00 Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Parttime

Appointment End Date

31Dec2024

Pre-Employment Screening

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