Research Assistant II Non-Lab

Job Summary: The 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'. Job-Specific Responsibilities: • Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • 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 including sample size and strategy, survey development, preparing data collection and management system, data cleaning and analysis. • Contribute to development of ECD promotion modules for frontline works in Afghanistan • Support training (with potential international travel subject to travel approvals) • Contribute to report writing and evidence briefs • Contribute to a regional scoping review of early childhood development programs and policies • Conduct literature reviews and policy mapping • Establish processes for obtaining new datasets and support efforts in establishing relationships with data providers • Conduct quantitative data analysis • Draft and review presentations to stakeholders to share survey results • Prepare materials such as charts and tables for publications, conferences, and seminar presentations • Contribute to reports and manuscript preparation • Perform other duties as assigned   PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term date of one year from date of hire   PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a data analysis activity using R or Stata software Basic Qualifications: • 2+ years of relevant experience is required; a combination of education and experience may be considered. • Experience with statistical programming software such as R, STATA, or other) is required Additional Qualifications and Skills: • Master's degree strongly preferred • Prior research experience in global health • Strong quantative skills (including familiary and experience with software such as R, STATA) • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Experience with working independently, as well as with working on projects with large teams • Appointment End Date:  One year 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! -------------------- • 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. -------------------- The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines. 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