Research Assistant I Lab

07-Jun-2022

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

58554BR

Job Summary

The Nock Laboratory, in the Department of Psychology, at Harvard University is seeking a Research Assistant (RA) to coordinate and administer studies aimed at understanding and preventing suicidal behavior among adolescents and adults presenting to the emergency room or the psychiatric inpatient unit.

Position Description

The RA's responsibilities include participation in all phases of the research process, including: conducting literature reviews; IRB preparation; recruiting and running clinical participants; and data collection, entry, and management. The RA will be responsible for recruitment and follow-up of research participants in several studies, as well as supervision of undergraduate and volunteer RAs.

Basic Qualifications

One year experience in psychology or related field required.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

A Bachelor's degree in psychology (or related field) and previous clinical psychological research experience (especially with clinical subjects) is strongly preferred. The RA must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, but also function well as part of a team. Writing, computer skills (e.g., proficiency with programming and smartphone applications), and supervisory experience are highly desirable. Prior experience working with clinically severe/suicidal patients strongly preferred.

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential.

Working Conditions

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Additional Information

This is a grant-funded term position starting on or around July 1, 2022 and ending on or around June 30, 2024. Renewal of this position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

403108 Research Assistant I Lab

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

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