Harvard University
Position Title: Research Assistant I Non-Lab
Req ID: 65350BR
School or Unit: Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Description: Job Summary
The Culture, Cognition and Coevolution Lab at Harvard University is seeking a part-time research assistant to coordinate, organize and conduct laboratory related activities.
Position Description
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Data collection and management and preliminary statistical analysis
- Data visualization, textual analysis, and GIS map-making
- Scheduling, human subject ethics protocol management, and behavioral coding
- Creating, maintaining and updating websites, editing manuscripts, conducting library research, maintaining a lab calendar and coordinating lab activities
- Administrative tasks such as submitting receipts and conference reimbursements
This position provides extensive research experience and is ideal for recent college graduates planning to attend graduate school in the future.
Basic QualificationsCollege background and one year of related work experience. Relevant coursework may count toward experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills - Bachelors degree in Psychology, Anthropology, Economics, Biology, or related field strongly preferred.
- Experience or skills in statistics (especially R), Global Information Systems, computer programming (Python) and data visualization. If not familiar, must demonstrate ability to learn independently.
- Experience working in research assistance, including submitting IRBs.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Desire to learn and enthusiasm for understanding human nature and cultural evolution.
- Language skills a plus, but not required.
Working ConditionsThis position requires an on campus presence in Cambridge, Massachusetts 2 or 3 days per week. Specific days and hours will be determined between you and your manager based on business needs.
Additional Information - This is a part-time, 1 year term role at 17.5 hours per week, which may have the potential for additional hours in the future if business needs and funding permits
- We regret that Harvard does not provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship for this position.
- All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
BenefitsWe 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.
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Department Office Location: USA - MA - Cambridge
Job Code: 403109 Research Assistant I Non-Lab
Job Function: Research
Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
Sub Unit: Sciences
Salary Grade: 052
Department: Human Evolutionary Biology
Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Time Status: Part-time
Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
Commitment to Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging: Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
EOE 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.
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