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Research Data Management Intern, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

Posted March 11, 2020

Name: Research Data Management Intern 

School: Harvard Medical School (HMS) 

Location: USA – MA – Boston 

Start/End Dates: May 4- August 28, 2020 (flexible)

Status: Part-time Internship (14hrs/week)

Rate: $20/hr.

 

Research data management is the process of providing the appropriate labeling, storage, and access for data at all stages of a research project. The Harvard Medical School (HMS) Research Data Management team works directly with researchers to aid in the management of their data throughout the various stages of the data lifecycle. The Research Data Management Intern assists the Research Data Management team offering support to the researchers, including development of resources and guidance on effective data management best practices.  

 

Some Responsibilities Include:   

  • Assist the Research Data Manager with providing support to researchers in the management of their research data throughout its lifecycle. 

  • Aid with the identification of specific data management needs of HMS researchers, and with developing, delivering, and promoting new services in response to their expanding needs in data management. 

  • Provide support to the Research Data Manager, helping to establish strong, collaborative relationships with researchers. 

  • Provide assistance with the development of guidance documents and workflows related to data management best practices. 

  • Create documentation, including capturing and creating metadata, and guidelines related to emerging data management needs. 

  • Assist the Research Data Management Analyst, participating in outreach meetings with researchers, taking meeting notes, and developing improved outreach materials. 

  • Contribute to project work, as directed by the Research Data Management team.

  • Respond directly to client inquiries. 

  • Escalate encountered issues when required. 

  • Perform other related responsibilities as needed. 

  

Expected Educational Outcomes: 

  • Conceptualization and planning for the creation and storage of digital data. 

  • Application of data management tools and methods. 

  • Providing specialized tools as a service to researchers. 

  • Documentation techniques used in some professional environments. 

  

Basic Qualifications: 

  • Pursuing a MLIS degree, ideally with an emphasis on data management or digital data curation. 

  • Working knowledge of data management across the research lifecycle, including creating, processing, analysis, preservation, access, and reuse of research data. 

  

Additional Qualifications:   

  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff in a team environment. 

  • Demonstrable critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. 

  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills. 

  • Demonstrated ability to be flexible, creative, and tolerant of ambiguity. 

  • Highly organized and detail oriented. 

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/requirements simultaneously. 

  • Capable of working independently and as part of a team. 

  • Interested in learning new technical skills and applications. 

  • Familiarity with Mac OS, Trello/Jira, and Slack. 

 

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and a copy of your resume to: [email protected].   

  

Internship Application Process 

Application Deadline: April 10, 2020

Final Decision: April 24, 2020

Internship Start Date: May 4, 2020

 

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