Role OverviewThe Department of Global Health and Population at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health seeks a research assistant II non-lab to work with Professor Aisha Yousafzai, Professor of Child Development and Health. The research assistant will work on a project in collaboration with UNICEF on 'Integrating Early Childhood Development (ECD) Programming into Nutrition: From Evidence to Practice in Afghanistan'.
What You Will Do
Review existing programs and policies pertaining to early childhood in Afghanistan, contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of a national survey for ECD in Afghanistan, and contribute to report writing and evidence briefs.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The position requires strong quantitative skills, experience with statistical programming software, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have prior research experience in global health and a strong written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Experience with statistical programming software such as R, STATA, or other
- Master's degree strongly preferred
- Prior research experience in global health
- Strong quantitative skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks
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