Research Assistant II

Overview

Company Description
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Medical School?
Harvard Medical School's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well-being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership. You’ll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world-renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.

The Department of Health Care Policy (HCP) is a dynamic, data-driven research environment that brings together economists, statisticians, physicians and health services researchers focused on improving health and health care delivery through comprehensive policy research and education.

Under the direction of Prof. Leila Agha, the Research Assistant (RA) will help coordinate the daily operations of research related to applied microeconomics focusing on health care, innovation, and Medicare policy. Project topics may include studying the variation in diagnostic efficiency across hospitals, and studying geographic variation in maternal health outcomes.

The research assistant will assist with literature reviews, data cleaning, statistical analysis, and research management, in close collaboration with faculty mentors and other members of the research team.

As part of your application, we recommend including a cover letter that will help us better understand your qualifications and background. This can provide valuable insight into your experience and interest in the role.

Basic Qualifications:

• One or more years of related research experience. Higher education may count towards years of experience.
• Applicants should have proficiency in using statistical software such as STATA, R, and/or SAS.

Additional

Qualifications and Skills:

• A background in statistical programming (competency in STATA, R or SAS) and a basic understanding of econometrics or statistics is strongly encouraged.
• BA or BS, preferably in the field of specific research study, with a preference for coursework in a social science field (e.g. economics, statistics, or public policy with a quantitative focus).
• Interest or experience in health care research.
• Must be proficient with most computer software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Independent judgement, patience, and excellent communication skills are required to respond efficiently to varied/complex tasks.
• Organization and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to work with a team is required.
• Must be able to maintain a calm and cooperative attitude during periods of increased staff activity.

• Term:
  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.
• Standard Hours/
  
  Schedule:
  
  35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Visa Sponsorship Information:
  Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Pre-Employment Screening:
  Identity, Criminal
• Staying Informed About Your Application:
  Due to the high volume of applications, we may not always be able to reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts.

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