Job Summary

The Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM) is committed to training and inspiring the next generation of health care leaders. Our students and faculty are passionate about making the world a better place by improving health and health care. We work on compelling and important problems, from making the delivery of care safer and more efficient, to expanding health insurance coverage and eliminating disparities, to designing and improving the performance of entire health systems.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

The Research Project and Data Assistant will work with a faculty member, and potentially a second faculty member, for a smaller portion of time, to provide key support on a variety of empirical projects (ranging from 3-6 at time), related to health insurance coverage and health care delivery. Specific projects include the following:

• Developing a survey and providing research support to a randomized trial of work requirements in Medicaid and/or the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program
• Large health insurance claims-based analysis of costs and quality of care in Medicaid vs. Marketplace insurance coverage among low-income adults
• Examination of changes in health insurance and access to care under the Trump administration’s changes to the ACA using national survey data

The successful candidate will be able to work autonomously, while performing high level statistical programming, data compilation and cleaning in addition to other research related duties.

These duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Statistical programming using STATA on extremely large data sets ( For example: analyzing data sets extracted from databases with millions of members or health insurance claims)
• Analysis and validation of empirical results
• Participating in manuscript presentations with opportunities for co-authorship
• Performing literature reviews
• Coordinating IRB submissions and compliance through developing Human Subject Research Protocols
• Compiling and cleaning data sources as well as assessing the data quality; routine data maintenance
• Assisting with grant reporting and developing & communicating submission timelines to the team
• Producing charts and tables for manuscripts and presentations
• Analyzing pilot data to support the start up of new projects
• Other duties as assigned

PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a programming skills analysis.

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term appointment of one year from the date of hire, with the possibility for extension. 

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience with 1+ years of experience in data analysis using statistical software such as STATA or SAS; a combination of education and experience will be considered

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a health or social science discipline, including quantitative and statistical coursework is strongly preferred
• Master’s degree is preferred 
• Experience in data analysis using statistical software such as STATA or SAS preferred
• Experience in conducting statistical analyses using very large databases, such as insurance claims, is a plus
• Strong quantitative analytic skills and knowledge of advanced statistical techniques (such as instrumental variables estimation) preferred
• Knowledge of standard research methods and statistical techniques, including multivariate regression preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills preferred
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with experience working collaboratively preferred 

Additional Information

• Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period.
• The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship for administrative and staff positions.

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The Harvard T.H. Chan of Public Health is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – including fostering respect for all, serving the greater good, and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more about the Chan School’s mission, objectives, and core values, please visit our website here.

Harvard offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3- 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 11.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools. 
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness Options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation and complimentary health services.
  Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

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!