"Research Coordinator"

Research Coordinator

Company: Harvard University

Job Location: Cambridge, 02138

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

The Research Coordinator will play a central role in supporting federally funded research studies conducted in close partnership with local schools as well as school across the U.S.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

This position coordinates day-to-day study activities with school personnel to support BRIDGES Lab research on language and reading interventions for school-age students. The Research Coordinator will help manage school-based projects focused on a language and reading comprehension intervention for students with reading challenges in the elementary grades. Working closely with the Principal Investigator, Dr. Phil Capin, the Research Coordinator will serve as a primary liaison between the research team and participating schools. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules and logistics, supporting teachers and school staff during implementation, assisting with training and materials, monitoring intervention implementation, and responding to questions or needs that arise in school settings. The Research Coordinator will also collaborate with the research team on developing instructional and assessment materials, supporting data collection in schools, and contributing to project documentation and dissemination activities. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of language and literacy development and evidence-based instructional practices, along with experience working in school or community-based settings. A strong commitment to building positive relationships and working effectively with educators, students, families, and research staff from diverse backgrounds is essential.

Specific Duties include:

• School Coordination and Scheduling 35%
• On-site school implementation support 20%
• Developing research protocols and coordinating with other project staff 15%
• Preparing and tracking materials 10%
• Researches literature to inform research questions 10%
• Other duties as assigned 10%

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to a resume. Please upload as one document.
• This role is hybrid and on campus at minimum 2 days per week.

This is a one year term position with possibility of renewal based on need and funding.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree preferred. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of language and literacy development and evidence-based instructional practices, along with experience working in school or community-based settings. A strong commitment to building positive relationships and working effectively with educators, students, families, and research staff from diverse backgrounds is essential. Experience working in schools, either as an educator or engaged in research. Experience with standardized assessments and surveys. Experience working with bilingual children and/or children with or at risk for learning disabilities. Experience working with children with or at risk for learning disabilities. Fluent in Spanish. Experience in academic research and/or school settings

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date: 1 year from date of hire
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable): $62k - $64k commensurate with experience
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity