Coordinator I (Research and Program Coordinator)

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Job Summary:

The Nutrition and Global Health Program in the Department of Global Health and Population, at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated Research and Program Coordinator with a public health background and strong research and quantitative skills to join its team to contribute to the strategic development and implementation of the program's research activities. The program is conducting several global health research and training projects with partners in resource limited settings in sub- Saharan Africa and Asia. The program's research focus includes global health priorities including maternal, child and adolescent health, and infectious diseases, with emphasis on nutrition and food systems. Working closely with the Program's faculty, senior managers and in coordination with program partner institutions, this position will be supporting a wide range of activities within the program including proposal development, manuscripts development and assisting with programmatic aspects of existing projects. The research and program coordinator will work closely with principal investigators in Boston and at collaborating sites, as well as the project directors, data managers and clinical team members, to support project enrollment goals, participants’ follow up goals are on target and that high-quality data are collected. They will also serve as a primary point of contact to aid in ethical and regulatory clearances and reporting being kept up to date for the Harvard and field partners.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support and management of research studies as well as contribute to the coordination and administration of NGH program activities, including training grants
• Assist with communications with stakeholders, program data managers, and teams via weekly conference calls to support project/program objectives being met on time and within the approved budget
• Provide project timelines and milestone updates, track responsibilities, track project deliverables, and contribute to mitigation strategies when necessary
• Prepare technical reports for funders and facilitate regulatory submissions to the Institutional Review Boards (IRB) and other regulatory organizations
• Work with faculty to develop, prepare, and submit proposals to funding agencies
• Coordinate and support study staff and research trainees in conjunction with PIs. Facilitate training for study personnel where appropriate and support project compliance with departmental, institutional, and sponsor requirements
• Work closely with the management and finance team in Boston and at the sites to aid in the objectives of the research trial or training program being met on schedule and within the approved budget
• Assist with programmatic aspects of relations with international and domestic partners
• Other duties as assigned

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term appointment of two years from date of hire, with possibility of extension pending availability of funding.

PLEASE NOTE: This position may require international travel to research sites, depending on project needs.

Basic Qualifications:

• 4+ years of relevant experience is required; a combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in public health, or related field
• Experience in international research project coordination
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Experience working independently, under supervision, and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Goal and detail-oriented work style
• Experience with meticulous and consistent follow through on projects

• Appointment End Date: 2 years from date of hire
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity

Join 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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Work Format Details

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. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• 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 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

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