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Why join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health?

The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is a world-renowned institution dedicated to advancing public health through cutting-edge research, education, and global collaboration. Our school is a special place to work because of its vibrant, mission-driven community, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to addressing some of the most pressing health challenges worldwide. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation, continuous learning, and work-life balance are valued.

Learn more about the School’s mission, objectives, and core values , our Principles of Citizenship , and about the Dean’s AAA vision about our school’s ongoing strategic initiatives.

Job Description

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.

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.

Qualifications

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

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Term Appointment: One year from date of hire with the possibility of extension
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
• Other 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 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.

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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. 

Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. 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. 

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 053. Please visit   Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page . 

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination . We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. 

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy . Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination. 

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