Harvard University
Position Title: Coordinator I
Req ID: 68188BR
School or Unit: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Description: Job Summary
The Department of Global Health and Population (GHP) seeks to improve global health through education, research, and service from a population-based perspective. As a community of students, educators, researchers, and practitioners from around the world, GHP works together to produce powerful ideas that improve the lives and health of people everywhere. GHP is seeking to hire a project coordinator to support the operations of the Global Collaborative for Changing Diabetes in Children (GC-CDIC) funded by Novo Nordisk (phase 1). GC-CDIC phase 1 activities and research are conducted with six partner countries: Ethiopia, Guinea, Cameroon, Pakistan, India and Malaysia. This project falls within the Health Systems Innovation Lab (HSIL) under the guidance of Professor Rifat Atun, the principal investigator (PI).
Position Description
The Project Coordinator will conduct the following administrative and organizational duties and responsibilities within an agreed timeframe with the PI and research team for sponsored programs within HSIL:
1. Coordination of a monthly meeting of the Strategic Management Team with the senior Co-Investigators from the six phase 1 countries
2. Coordination of Operational Team for design of the digital registry for Type 1 Diabetes (involving Harvard Researchers, Technology Partner, and Junior Researchers from the six phase 1 countries)
3. Coordination of document gathering and help with the submissions for Data Use Agreements, Data Safety Reviews, IRB approvals
4. Assisting the PI with the development of the governance framework for the Cohort Study and meetings to inform the deliberations
5. Assisting with the development of a survey of researchers in Phase 1 countries to identify research questions and training modules for collaborating researchers
PLEASE NOTE: 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.
Basic Qualifications
- 4+ years of related experience required; a combination of education and experience may be considered
Additional Qualifications and SkillsThe following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:
- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- Experience effectively collaborating with diverse, multinational teams a plus
- High-level interpersonal and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills (written and oral) and diplomacy
- Excellent attention to detail
Additional InformationJoin 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!
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- 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 for any internal Harvard employee transfers.
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BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing) 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 - Boston
Job Code: 403134 Coordinator I
Job Function: General Administration
Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)
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Salary Grade: 054
Department: Health Systems Group
Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Time Status: Full-time
Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
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