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The Department of Health Care Policy seeks a Research Assistant to participate in epidemiological research studies of mental health, psychological resilience, suicide risk, violence, and sexual trauma in the U.S. Army. Duties will include conducting literature searches, organizing, drafting and/or editing material for the preparation of surveys, research papers, manuscripts, and funding progress reports for various studies, and formatting data analysis tables for publications and presentations. More specifically, the candidate will organize, draft and/or edit material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts, progress reports, and articles or other documents for publication/presentation, including tables, figures, and bibliographies.

The candidate for this position will perform library research and other investigative techniques to locate measures, scales, etc. to be used in publication preparation and survey instrument development. The candidate will develop and test survey instruments, checking skip logic and flow in questionnaires. They will also coordinate materials for multi-author publications and perform other duties as assigned.

One or more years of related research experience are required (relevant course work may count towards experience).

• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with survey research, publication preparation, and/or event coordination is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in social sciences/public health or related field preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail is required to respond effectively to varied and complex tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in collaboration with a wide range of people, from administrative staff to faculty.
• Ability to work with autonomy and use discretion and sound judgment.

This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.

This position is based in Boston and some in-person on-campus work will be required, and flexible/remote work is an option. Any remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA*, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process. *Note: Harvard employees working in California must be exempt.

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.

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• 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.

Research

USA - MA - Boston

403113 Research Assistant II Non-Lab

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Health Care Policy

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Full-time

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55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Identity

35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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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.