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Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Data Collector

Pay: $25–$27/hr

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Boston, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/12/2026

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A Data Entry Clerk types or scans information into a computer to create databases, programs or summary data reports. Transcribes handwritten information from order forms, receipts or other documents to type into a computerized record, or enters data for medical records, or enters data in code to update company websites.

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Data Collector Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - 4.1 Boston, MA Job Details Temporary $25 - $27 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Spanish CPH Bachelor's degree Public Health Organizational skills Full Job Description The Prevention Research Center on Nutrition and Physical Activity at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is seeking temporary research assistants to support the

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study, a research project focused on nutrition and physical activity practices in early childcare programs. Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are preferred. This is a temporary position (estimated at 25-35 hours/week) from October 1 through November 30, 2026. It is primarily field-based and requires regular travel to childcare programs throughout the city of Boston during program operating hours (typically 8:00am-5:00pm). Data collectors will conduct on-site data collection activities, and may complete administrative tasks, data entry, and participate in team meetings. A personal vehicle is not required, however, applicants must be able to reliably travel to study sites throughout Boston. Approved travel expenses, including mileage, parking, and transportation costs, will be reimbursed.

Position Details:

Job Title:

Data Collector Classification:

Temporary Employee, 2 months

Hours:

Approximately 25-35 hours per week

Dates:

October 1-November 30, 2026

Schedule:

Availability required from 8:00 AM-5:00

PM Compensation:

$25-$27/ hour, commensurate with experience

Location:

Boston and Greater Boston area,

Massachusetts Duties and Responsibilities:

Travel to childcare programs across Boston and the Greater Boston area Work with childcare providers to conduct nutrition and physical activity data collection activities, and collect policy documents related to childcare nutrition and wellness practices. Communicate professionally with childcare providers and families. Maintain accurate study documentation, and complete data entry and management activities according to study protocols. Participate in study training sessions and team meetings. Assist with other project activities as needed.

Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Psychology, Social Sciences, or related field. Previous experience collecting research data. Interest in public health nutrition research. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong organizational skills. Spanish proficiency preferred.

Pay:

$25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person