Postdoctoral Fellow – Social and Behavioral Sciences at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Primary Research Activities (70%).• General Research Activities. Carries out independently, under supervision, and in collaboration, designated research tasks and projects, making use of selected methodologies (longitudinal designs, moderation and mediation, causal inference), library research (Pubmed searches, systematic review methods), and statistical analysis (data visualization, descriptive analyses, time series analyses, latent modelling, multilevel modelling).• Data Cleaning and Management. Engages both independently and under supervision in data management and data cleaning and organization in large (N~100,000) datasets, such as the Nurses Health Study cohorts.• Data/Statistical Analysis. Processes, organizes and summarizes data, reporting results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms including R, SAS, and others.• Acquires Specialized Training. Attends trainings and skill development workshops as necessary to acquire new statistical skills.• Reporting Results. Submits periodic reports of project status to supervisors, regularly suggests additional tests or modifications in current procedures;• Manuscript Preparation. Takes the lead on or participates in research papers, manuscripts, progress reports, articles or other documents for publication and/or presentation;• Data Safety. Regularly monitors data safety protocols for adherence to best practices in the responsible conduct of research;• Responsible Conduct of Research. Engages in best practices for data management and reproducible research including use of commented code and R Markdown.Project Support (30%)• General Support. Assists with project management tasks (e.g. IRB protocols, coordinating with subcontracted co-investigators, etc.)• Other Responsibilities. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides oversight or support for research assistants and team members. The candidate will be encouraged and mentored in applying for early career awards and independent grant funding.