Research Assistant II Non-Lab

Job Summary

The Research Assistant II Non-Lab (RAII) will support Prof. David Bloom's research portfolio with quantitative data analysis, desk research, and communications tasks. The RAII will work simultaneously on multiple research projects, such as a longitudinal aging study in India; paving a path for the development vaccines against group A Streptococcus; and an evaluation of the full societal impact of new models of care for type 1 diabetes. Work on these and other related projects will take place under the supervision of Professor Bloom. The RAII will also provide research support for the fall course GHP272: Foundations of Global Health and Population, and other quantitative data analysis and modeling projects as assigned.

For the GHP272 course, the RAII will research current public health events, update PowerPoint presentations, draft speaking notes, and other duties related to the course as assigned by Prof. Bloom. The RAII will work on GHP272 in collaboration with a teaching team that will consist of the course instructors and teaching assistant(s).

The RAII will conduct literature reviews, assemble dossiers, and other forms of desk research in addition to completing statistical analysis of publicly available datasets from sources such as the U.S. Census, the Health and Retirement Survey, the American Community Survey, and United Nations data sets. The RAII will also support the development of survey instruments, data collection, and data management protocols for Prof. Bloom's projects.

Additionally, this position will be responsible for drafting and editing project communications, manuscripts, progress reports, and social media materials. Communications with external contacts and University departments will be part of the assigned duties as well and require a high degree of professionalism. The RAII will work in close collaboration with other members of the research team led by Prof. Bloom to complete many of the qualitative and quantitative research tasks.

Position Description

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducting qualitative research (literature reviews) and quantitative research (description and analysis of macroeconomic, microeconomic, and biostatistics and other data)
• Researching current public health events, updating PowerPoint presentations, drafting speaking notes, liaising with guest speakers, instructors, and teaching assistants and other duties related to GHP 272
• Drafting and editing correspondence, memos, speaking notes, reports, presentations, and manuscripts for publication
• Developing funding proposals and budgeting materials
• Other duties as assigned

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term end date of one year from date of hire, with the possibility for extension.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience required, a combination of education and experience may be considered
• 1+ years of experience with statistical software such as SAS, R, or STATA

Additional Qualifications and Skills

The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics, or other field with quantitative emphasis preferred
• Knowledge of various research methods and statistical techniques preferred
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Experience analyzing large survey datasets preferred
• Familiarity with Endnote, Zotero or other reference software preferred
• Strong writing and editing experience preferred
• Experience working well with and communicate across cultures preferred
• Experience working well independently; excellent time management skills; strong attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication skills preferred

Additional Information

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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• 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 pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.

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The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

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• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• 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.
• 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.