65768BRAuto req ID:65768BRJob Code:403117 Research Assistant III Non-Lab Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Research Assistant III Non-LabSub-Unit:------------ Appointment End Date:30-Jun-2025Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :054Time Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic Qualifications: 3+ years of related experience required; a combination of education and experience may be considered.

The following job-specific 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 middle-income countries, Africa or Latin America

• Experience and/or interest in a research career in mental health field

• Experience with human subjects research and grant-funded research

• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Experience with REDCap is a strong plus

• Works both independently with minimal supervision and within a team environment

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• 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 pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.

• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived ro4 any internal Harvard employee transfers.

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.

Department:EpidemiologyPre-Employment Screening:Identity Job Function:Research Position Description: This role is for a full-time 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 detail-oriented 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.

This individual will contribute to various aspects of research coordination and data analysis, including running study meetings with collaborators, providing support for daily study operations, preparing ethics committee applications, creating monthly data reports, performing statistical analyses, and research dissemination.

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.

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.

Grant-Funded Research - Work in collaboration with the Sponsored Research Team to compile data and resources needed for grant applications and maintenance of pre- and post-award administration. Supports the preparation, proofreading, and submission of technical reports, manuscripts, and grant related material including progress reports.

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.

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. School/Unit:Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health EEO Statement: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.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 ground-breaking 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.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination.

Learn more about the School’s mission, objectives, and core values (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/about/) , our Principles of Citizenship (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/about/) , and our diversity, inclusion, and belonging (https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/diversity/) initiatives.

Benefits: We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• 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.

Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-JW1Work 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.