Position Description

• Manage day-to-day activities of active projects, including IRB protocols and financial reports managing project files and organizing project activities, and meetings.
• Schedule and organize project meetings, including developing agendas.
• Assist in the development of project interview guides and surveys and conducting interviews with patients and clinicians.
• Participate in coding and analysis of interview or survey data.
• Prepare progress reports for key stakeholders and funders.
• Help prepare presentations for dissemination of findings.
• Provide research and writing support, including conducting comprehensive literature searches/summaries and assisting with manuscript preparation.
• Maintain and update project websites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• College background or equivalent experience, preferably in the field of a specific research study.
• At least one year of related work experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, sociology, anthropology, bioethics, or a related field preferred
 

Additional Information

Interested applicants should submit the following for consideration: 
• CV 
• cover letter outlining interest in the role 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The deadline for applications is 04/15/23. 

The Research Assistant I – Non-Lab is part of the HCB administrative team whose mission is to support the Center’s faculty and students in teaching, service, and scholarship.  As part of this unique and growing Center, this position works in a high-volume, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.  All formal offers will be made by HMS Human Resources.

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.

Harvard University continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety, and well-being of its faculty, staff, and students, as well as the wider community. Please note that all new employees will be required to complete an attestation of having received their primary series COVID-19 vaccination prior to hire, as detailed on our COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Webpage. Individuals may request exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons prior to completing the hiring process. Additional information regarding this requirement, exemptions, verification of vaccination status, and other related policies and resources may be found on the University’s COVID-19 Information Website.

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

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness Options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

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

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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.