Position Description

• Coordinate communication within the study team, the Scientific Advisory Board, and other individuals and groups involved in EMPOWER activities.
• Liaise with expert reviewers, graphic designers, and video production vendors to support development of instructional content
• Conduct interviews and focus group discussions with key stakeholders and community partners
• Support the integration of Empower curriculum into a learning management system (LMS)
• Incorporate revisions of course scripts, knowledge check questions, overall instructional content in response to feedback from focus groups consisting of experts, health workers and community members
• Support the submission of study protocols and study tools to the IRB for review, and submit regular progress reports to the IRB
• Support the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of project findings
• Develop reports and presentations for dissemination of project findings, as well as support the preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication in academic journals
• Assist in preparation of progress reports for submission to the project funders Administrative and Scheduling Responsibilities
• Support senior staff and faculty members by preparing pre-meeting briefings, PowerPoint presentations, and keeping minutes during meetings
• Schedule meetings and set up web conferencing
• Develop written content and announcements summarizing project activities and accomplishments for routine updates to the EMPOWER website
• Protect the confidentiality of project communications and materials with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.

Basic Qualifications

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree, ideally in psychology or a related field. Master's degree in public health, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience conducting research or assisting in research project administration.
• Prior experience working with multiple stakeholder groups including community organizations or health care providers.
• Prior experience working with adolescents, ideally those experiencing depression and anxiety.
• Prior experience working in school settings, ideally as a counselor, or working with school counselors.
• Prior experience working with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy protocols and manuals for treatment of adolescent depression and anxiety.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and presentation skills required.
• The ideal candidate must be well organized, able to prioritize, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Competency using a variety of applications such as Adobe Pro, Microsoft Office, Outlook Calendar and the confidence to adapt/learn if not familiar with an application.
• Ability to work collaboratively and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a changing environment.

Additional Information

• Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 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, incredibly affordable classes directly 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 complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

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