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Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.Opportunity Insights (OI) is a nonpartisan research and policy institute focused on improving economic opportunity. Founded in 2018, OI has become a nationally and internationally recognized leader in the science of economic mobility and in the use of large administrative data to understand and address inequality. OI has published seminal work on national trends in&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/national_trends/" target="_blank">upward mobility</a>;&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/race/" target="_blank">racial disparities</a>;&nbsp;the role of&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/neighborhoods/" target="_blank">neighborhoods</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/paper/social-capital-i-measurement-and-associations-with-economic-mobility/" target="_blank">social</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/paper/social-capital-ii-determinants-of-economic-connectedness/" target="_blank">capital</a>,&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/education/" target="_blank">higher education</a>&nbsp;in upward&nbsp;mobility; and the use of private-sector data to understand disparate impacts in the&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/paper/tracker/" target="_blank">recent economic recession and recovery</a>.&nbsp;Much of the team’s ongoing research uses quasi-experimental methods to identify causal effects and test the predictions of economic and sociological models. Examples of current research projects include: long-term impacts of neighborhoods and place-based policies, the role of colleges in upward mobility, using big data to address health disparities, and measuring how social networks affect mobility. OI’s work has shaped policy discussions at the national and local level, with nearly a dozen of its studies covered on the front pages of&nbsp;<a href="https://opportunityinsights.org/press/" target="_blank">major media outlets</a>,&nbsp;such as&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/07/25/us/race-wealth-gap-economy.html?rsrc=flt&amp;unlocked_article_code=1.H04.fXii.Vmsnyn92bjrP&amp;smid=url-share" target="_blank">New York Times</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2022/08/01/a-new-study-shows-how-much-social-capital-matters?utm_medium=cpc.adword.pd&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_campaign=a.22brand_pmax&amp;utm_c%20conversion.direct-response.anonymous&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwi8iXBhBeEiwAKbUofStZW26tnaQZXhQcFVjirdne1M5ovu1C9jsRigIagY9V0ZurA4ECNBoCBaAQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">The Economist</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/07/30/college-admissions-elite-ivy-rich/" target="_blank">The Washington Post</a>,&nbsp;and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/when-the-safety-net-pays-for-itself-11563800405" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal</a>,&nbsp;and have been widely cited in policy discussions. Job Description Job Summary: Oversee pre post-award activities for a portfolio of sponsored research projects.Position Description:The Assistant Director for Research Administration and Finance (ADRAF) will be responsible for pre and post award grant management, financial management and modeling, and all financial compliance within Opportunity Insights (OI).&nbsp; The ADRAF will oversee and manage the Finance Associate. &nbsp;In addition to managing staff and processes, the ADRAF will have a small portfolio of PIs awards that are deemed complicated and complex. The ADRAF will report to the Executive Director and serve as a member of the senior management team. &nbsp; 
 
The Center has a “full-cycle” grant management structure. In addition to pre and post award management of sponsored awards, the ADRAF will review and approve expenditures (HCOM, Corporate Card, PCard etc.). The ADRAF ensures compliance with internal Harvard polices, processes and deadlines. This includes working closely with OSP, RAS, OGC and Central finance departments. The ADRAF will assist in hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment. The ADRAF will oversee the routing and signatory process. The ADRA will establish and monitor effective pre-and post-award processes and systems. Manage pre-award areas such as: proposal submission, award validation approval and set-up. Manage post-award areas such as: award approval and set-up, financial analysis, and reporting.&nbsp; The ADRAF will also work with OI leadership on financial projections and modeling to account for Center sustainability, growth, and diversified funding streams.&nbsp; 
 
Provide problem resolution, guidance and or training for comprehensive sponsored and non-sponsored award management, compliance, systems, and reporting. Interpret regulations and guidelines of multiple program funding with complex and broad guidelines for spending. Lead the audit of individual sponsored accounts to ensure compliance with University and sponsored regulations. Ensure department’s accurate and timely financial analysis and reporting. &nbsp;Supervises Finance Associate, including planning, assigning, scheduling, reviewing work, training, mentoring and performance management. Assesses and maintains portfolio distribution and workload; redistributes assignments as needed. 
 
Serves as primary local contact for resolving issues related to review criteria such as PI eligibility, indirect cost policies, cost sharing, and identifying needed compliance approvals. 
Advises faculty and staff on existing options/alternatives; recommends courses of action on research related fiscal matters. 
 
Works with school-level offices on audits, tuition distribution, award and sub recipient monitoring, effort certifications, supplemental salary requests. 
Working Conditions: <ul><li>Work is performed in an office setting</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required</li><li>Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience</li><li>Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations</li><li>Supervisory experience</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>MBA or Masters degree in relevant field</li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills</li><li>Knowledge of advanced financial principles, budget management, financial analysis</li><li>Experience with Harvard financial and grants administration systems and applications highly preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with sponsored research awards</li><li>Change management skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communications.</li><li>Meet and plan deadline driven work timelines.</li><li>Manage multiple priorities and interact with diverse constituencies.</li><li>Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.</li><li>Self-directed, possess a high degree of judgement, work independently with minimum supervision, and handle confidential information with discretion.</li><li>Leader who is a team player with a strong service-oriented attitude.</li><li>Desire and willingness to assume increasing and changing responsibilities.</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week</li><li>Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit</li><li>Other Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>This is a 2 year term position with strong possibility of renewal.</li><li>All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.</li><li>This position will require working on-site Monday through Friday in our Cambridge, MA office during the first 90 days of orientation and review. After 90 days of employment, a hybrid schedule will become available. The hybrid schedule will be three days on-site, and two days remote.</li></ul></li></ul>We strongly encourage you to submit a cover letter for full consideration. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the role, how your experience aligns with the position requirements, and what makes you a strong match for the position.Work Format DetailsThis is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.&nbsp;
Salary Grade and RangesThis position is salary grade level 058. Please visit &nbsp;<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges" target="_blank">Harvard's Salary Ranges</a>  to view the corresponding salary range and related information.&nbsp;
BenefitsHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Generous paid time off including parental leave&nbsp;</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one&nbsp;</li><li>Retirement plans with university contributions&nbsp;</li><li>Wellbeing and mental health resources&nbsp;</li><li>Support for families and caregivers&nbsp;</li><li>Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement&nbsp;</li><li>Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks&nbsp;</li></ul>Learn more about these and additional benefits on our <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing" target="_blank">Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Page</a>.&nbsp;
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment StatementHarvard University is committed to <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal opportunity</a> and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination</a>. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.&nbsp;Harvard has an <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy that outlines our commitment to&nbsp;prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a>. Harvard’s <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a> help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.&nbsp;

Harvard University FAS Human Resources

Assistant Director of Research Administration and Finance

Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience. Job Description Job Summary:Full-time Research Assistant II (RAII) wanted in the laboratory of Professor Randy Buckner. 
Job Specific Responsibilities:The RA II’s primary responsibilities include: (1) data acquisition using behavioral and neuroimaging techniques (MRI); (2) data entry, data checking, and quality control procedures; and (3) participant recruitment and enrollment through community outreach and advertising. Other responsibilities include serving as an interface among several collaborating lab groups, maintaining participant databases, scoring and processing data and assisting with administrative tasks. Qualifications Basic Qualifications:Background in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field and previous research experience is required. 
Additional Qualifications and Skills:B.A., B.S. preferred. Candidates should have proficiency with basic computing packages such as MS Word and Excel and will have some familiarity with one or more of the following (Linux, MATLAB, SPM, FSL, fMRI). Strong interpersonal skills, prior research experience, high level of organization with careful attention to detail, being punctual, and comfort with technical skills are required. This position requires a high degree of motivation and self-sufficiency, although extensive training and supervision will be provided. Additional Information <ul><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week</li><li>Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity</li><li>Other Information: This is a one-year term position with renewal dependent upon continuation of funding. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain experience with human cognitive neuroscience research including working with clinical populations in preparation for a graduate career. This position will be fully onsite in Cambridge, MA and will require some flexibility in work hours to accommodate occasional evening and/or weekend MRI scan slots. When applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter in our preferred format as one, combined document (resume followed by cover letter). Please also include a list of professional references with your resume.All formal offers are made by FAS HR.</li></ul>Work Format DetailsThis position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.&nbsp;
Salary Grade and RangesThis position is salary grade level 053. Please visit &nbsp;<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges" target="_blank">Harvard's Salary Ranges</a>  to view the corresponding salary range and related information.&nbsp;
BenefitsHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Generous paid time off including parental leave&nbsp;</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one&nbsp;</li><li>Retirement plans with university contributions&nbsp;</li><li>Wellbeing and mental health resources&nbsp;</li><li>Support for families and caregivers&nbsp;</li><li>Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement&nbsp;</li><li>Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks&nbsp;</li></ul>Learn more about these and additional benefits on our <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing" target="_blank">Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Page</a>.&nbsp;
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment StatementHarvard University is committed to <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal opportunity</a> and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination</a>. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.&nbsp;Harvard has an <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy that outlines our commitment to&nbsp;prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a>. Harvard’s <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a> help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.&nbsp;

Research Assistant II

The Academy’s <a href="https://www.amacad.org/programs/education" target="_blank">Education Program Area</a> serves as a vital convener of higher education leaders, helping to shape educational policy and advance transformative practices that ensure high-quality learning opportunities for all. Drawing on the Academy’s interdisciplinary membership and proximity to higher education, the program convenes distinguished thought leaders, policy experts, and university partners to address society's most pressing educational challenges. With a focus on strengthening democracy, removing barriers to student success, harnessing advancements in learning and technology, and preparing for the future of work, the Education Program Area advances solutions that impact learners and institutions across the nation. Through projects, convenings, and publications, we take an interdisciplinary approach and foster knowledge creation and collaboration to strengthen education as a pillar of democratic society.Reporting to the Program Director for Education, the Program Coordinator works with Academy staff, Academy members, and project contributors and provides logistical and programmatic support for the projects within the Education Program area. This work currently includes two key efforts: <a href="https://www.amacad.org/project/opportunities-after-high-school" target="_blank">Commission on Opportunities After High School</a> and the <a href="https://www.amacad.org/project/higher-education-forum" target="_blank">Higher Education Forum</a>. The Program Coordinator role offers an opportunity to positively impact the future of education on a national scale by promoting collaboration, upholding democratic values, and driving solutions to improve student learning and success.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the Program Director for Education and other team members by providing day-to-day administrative support to the Education program area, interacting regularly with committee members and other project participants, Academy members, partner organizations, the program staff, and with other Academy departments.</li><li>Coordinate and provide logistical support for conferences, meetings, focus groups, and other events in collaboration with the Events department, including preparing materials, managing event websites, processing reimbursements, and providing on-site staff support.</li><li>Track expenditures and process related paperwork for program activities such as travel, events, consultant payments, publications, and other transactions; prepare event budgets, purchase orders, meeting codes, and travel reimbursements.</li><li>Coordinate the production, processing, and distribution of formal and informal publications, documents, and project deliverables; assemble travel materials and briefing books for staff and Academy members attending meetings and events.</li><li>Coordinate the production and distribution of formal and informal publications and other project deliverables.</li><li>Assist with conducting web-related background research for projects and reports. &nbsp;</li><li>Maintain and update program-related databases, tracking reports, and project summaries.</li><li>Draft, edit and proofread invitations, correspondence, and presidential briefings.</li><li>Perform other job duties as assigned.</li></ul>Required and Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>An associate degree or equivalent professional experience is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. A minimum of one to three years of relevant experience is expected, ideally within a nonprofit organization, academic setting, or research institute.</li><li>Some knowledge of education policy and/or research (k-12 or higher education) a plus.</li><li>Commitment to promoting equity and social justice throughout project development and implementation. Experience with budgeting and expense tracking a plus.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Acrobat, various document processing and database applications and querying, and internet searches.</li><li>Comfort using online platforms, web-interfaces, and social media.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, supported by strong attention to detail, curiosity, problem-solving skills, and initiative. Proven administrative and organizational strengths, including time management, prioritization, and the ability to plan, implement, and follow through on projects effectively.</li><li>Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to proofread and edit, with a strong customer service orientation and the ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse range of individuals, including Academy members, staff, and the general public.</li><li>Ability to exhibit confidentiality and good judgment.</li><li>Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs., climb stairs, and operate a handcart.</li></ul>Location and Work Environment:&nbsp;This is a hybrid position that requires on-site presence at the Academy’s headquarters in Cambridge, MA three days per week, including Wednesdays as designated in-office day. Occasional travel, as well as evening and weekend hours, may be necessary to support project-related activities.Application:&nbsp;Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a brief cover letter and CV.

Program Coordinator for Education

Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.Why join the Harvard Kennedy School?The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University is one 12 graduate and professional schools at the university. Harvard Kennedy School’s mission is to improve public policy and leadership so people can live in societies that are more safe, free, just, and sustainably prosperous. By combining cutting-edge research, the teaching of outstanding students, and direct interaction with practitioners, we have an impact on solving public problems that no other institution can match. When you work at Harvard Kennedy School, you make a difference.About The People Lab&nbsp;The People Lab, led by Professor Elizabeth Linos, is a research lab based at the Harvard Kennedy School that aims to empower the public sector by producing cutting-edge research on the people of government and the communities they are called to serve. Using evidence from public management and insights from behavioral science, we study, design, and test strategies that can solve urgent public sector challenges in three core areas:&nbsp;&nbsp;Strengthening the government workforce - how to recruit, retain and support diverse talent in the public sector that can effectively and equitably respond to the changing needs of residents.&nbsp;Improving resident-government interactions - how to reduce barriers to equitable access to government services, mitigate the burdens that residents face when they interact with their government, and increase trust and satisfaction through such interactions.&nbsp;Reimagining evidence-based policymaking - how to rethink the production and adoption of policy-relevant evidence in the public sector, including testing new approaches to designing interventions, encouraging evidence use, and scaling up best practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;The majority of our projects are co-designed with public sector partner agencies in order to ensure feasibility in the short-term and scalability in the long-term.&nbsp; Job Description The Senior Project Manager will manage the implementation of two large research projects for The People Lab. Each are described below and are estimated to be around 50% of the role.&nbsp;The National City Survey&nbsp;The People Lab will launch the first-ever national survey of city employees in 2026. This initiative will entail conducting an annual survey of city employees across the country, with the aim of empowering cities, researchers, and practitioners to better understand workforce challenges and address them in a timely and data-informed manner. The Senior Project Manager, working closely with a Data Scientist, will oversee the creation of a national panel data set of city employees as well as employee surveys in three cities to start, with the intention of scaling up to additional cities each year. They will coordinate across stakeholders; manage government partner relationships, timelines, and deliverables; coordinate all implementation logistics; support junior research staff in meeting their deliverables; and set up scalable operational infrastructure for conducting the survey annually.&nbsp;&nbsp;Policy Bot&nbsp;The Senior Project Manager will manage the development of an interactive AI bot that provides informed and accessible insights to policymakers aiming to develop and implement evidence-based policies. The work may entail (a) managing the process of gathering and categorizing evidence for different policy audiences, in collaboration with a research team; (b) project managing a series of behavioral experiments on how policymakers would use an AI bot; (c) managing and coordinating with multiple stakeholders for public-facing versions of an AI bot, including academics, developers, communications teams, and funders. They will be responsible for coordinating across stakeholders; managing timelines and deliverables; coordinating all implementation logistics; supporting junior research staff in meeting their deliverables, and setting up operational infrastructure for a sustainable product over time.&nbsp;This position is ideal for candidates that feel comfortable working with a team, leading meetings with government and with academics, and managing multiple different workstreams in a very fast-paced environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a full-time, one-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal.Job-Specific Responsibilities: (include, but are not limited to)The Senior Project Manager will:&nbsp;<ul><li>Coordinate the creation of a scalable survey infrastructure, including managing workflows and processes for conducting an annual employee survey in select partner cities, and in a nationally representative panel.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate the creation of a scalable AI tool, including managing workflows and processes for validation of the tool itself as well as processes for its uptake and scaling.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Develop and manage relationships with government partners including building buy-in for projects , managing regular engagement and communication, coordinating legal agreements, troubleshooting issues, and being the main point of contact for those partners.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Manage project timelines, logistics, and deliverables within and across projects.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee the full implementation pipeline, including IRB protocols, and setting up scalable infrastructure.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Support report writing, grant writing, and fundraising as necessary.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Other duties as assigned.&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate degree in a related field required (e.g., public policy, management, statistics etc).&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Prior experience conducting or supporting applied research.&nbsp;</li></ul>Important application instructions: Your resume/CV should include your cumulative GPA in college and (if applicable) grad school. Please include a cover letter with your application - you can upload your resume and cover letter as one document or as an attachment.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with the first review starting on September 2, 2025. 
Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills, including exceptional writing skills.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to drive to big picture goals while maintaining a strong attention to detail.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in managing multiple activities simultaneously, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated experience managing client relationships, managing projects independently, meeting project timelines, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders in a productive, professional, and timely manner.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience with and understanding of survey design and methods preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working in the public sector or on public sector challenges preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>5-7 years of management experience preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Appointment End Date:&nbsp;This is a full-time, fully benefits-eligible, one-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal.</li><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week</li><li>Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education</li><li>Work format:&nbsp;This position&nbsp;is based on the Harvard campus in Cambridge, MA, with the hybrid option to work up to 2 day/week remote.</li></ul>Work Format DetailsThis is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.&nbsp;
Salary Grade and RangesThis position is salary grade level 058. Please visit &nbsp;<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges" target="_blank">Harvard's Salary Ranges</a>  to view the corresponding salary range and related information.&nbsp;
BenefitsHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Generous paid time off including parental leave&nbsp;</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one&nbsp;</li><li>Retirement plans with university contributions&nbsp;</li><li>Wellbeing and mental health resources&nbsp;</li><li>Support for families and caregivers&nbsp;</li><li>Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement&nbsp;</li><li>Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks&nbsp;</li></ul>Learn more about these and additional benefits on our <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing" target="_blank">Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Page</a>.&nbsp;
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment StatementHarvard University is committed to <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal opportunity</a> and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination</a>. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.&nbsp;Harvard has an <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy that outlines our commitment to&nbsp;prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a>. Harvard’s <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity</a> policy and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/files/provost/files/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a> help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.&nbsp;

Senior Project Manager, The People Lab

Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.Why join the Harvard Graduate School of Design?The Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD) educates leaders in design, research, and scholarship to make a resilient, just, and beautiful world. The GSD offers an unparalleled setting for interaction through the combination of disciplines—architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning and design, design engineering, real estate and housing—with an emerging research program and a robust public program of lectures and exhibitions. Job Description SUMMARY:&nbsp;The Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD) educates design, research, and scholarship leaders to make a resilient, just, and beautiful world. The GSD offers degree programs across a range of design disciplines—architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, design engineering, and real estate—as well as advanced research programs that cut across these disciplines and a robust public program of lectures, exhibitions, and publications. The immense variety of people, programs, and ideas at the School sustains a vibrant and rich environment for learning, inquiry, and collaboration, unlike any other design school. For more information about Harvard GSD see: <a href="https://www.gsd.harvard.edu/" target="_blank">https://www.gsd.harvard.edu/</a>  &nbsp;&nbsp;NOTE: This position is a benefits eligible, 1/2 time (17.5 hours/week) Term appointment for 1 year with the possibility of continuation depending on funding.&nbsp;Reporting to the Director of the Center for Green Buildings and Cities, the Interdisciplinary Research Program Coordinator supports the coordination and success of this interdisciplinary initiative. This dedicated team member will organize biweekly meetings co-led by thrust representatives, ensuring regular progress updates, cross-team alignment, and timely course corrections. This individual will serve as a central point of communication, facilitating effective information sharing across the project’s three integrated research thrusts—advanced thermal materials, intelligent building-scale systems, and cooperative urban-scale energy management.&nbsp;They will also be responsible for drafting internal and external reports that document project milestones, synthesize research outcomes, and communicate progress to key stakeholders. In addition to supporting integration across disciplines, this team member will facilitate collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that practical insights from the field inform the design and scalable deployment of project innovations.&nbsp;They will also coordinate the preparation and submission of proposals for extramural funding, helping to sustain and expand the project’s research and implementation efforts. This role is essential to advancing the project’s mission of scaling HouseZero®-inspired innovations into interconnected, energy-efficient communities and delivering impactful, real-world solutions to climate challenges.&nbsp;TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Facilitate Cross-Team Coordination: Organize and co-lead biweekly meetings with representatives from each of the three research thrusts to ensure progress tracking, cross-team alignment, and timely decision-making.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as a Communication Hub: Maintain clear and consistent information flow among research teams, leadership, and partners.&nbsp;</li><li>Documentation &amp; Reporting: Draft comprehensive internal and external reports to document milestones, synthesize outcomes, and communicate progress to stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with industry partners and external stakeholders to integrate practical insights into the research and deployment strategy.&nbsp;</li><li>Proposal Development: Coordinate the preparation and timely submission of proposals for extramural funding to sustain and expand the initiative.&nbsp;</li><li>Strategic Integration: Ensure cohesion across the three research thrusts, advancing interdisciplinary collaboration and impact.&nbsp;</li><li>Mission Advancement: Help scale HouseZero®-inspired innovations into energy-efficient, interconnected communities that deliver real-world climate solutions.&nbsp;</li></ul>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position&nbsp;</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:&nbsp;<ul><li>Applicants must be able to perform typical office tasks, including sitting for extended periods, using standard office equipment, and occasionally lifting up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.&nbsp;</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>This is an in-person role based in Cambridge, MA. The work is mainly performed in an office setting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Candidates must have employment authorization to work in the US, and we regret that we cannot sponsor a VISA.&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience leading or coordinating complex, multi-stakeholder research initiatives, particularly those involving sustainability, climate resilience, or urban systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to synthesize interdisciplinary research and produce accessible technical and non-technical reports.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong leadership, facilitation, and organizational skills; experience managing collaborative teams and meetings.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grant writing and report preparation.&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with extramural funding processes and experience coordinating successful proposals.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work across disciplinary boundaries and with external industry partners.&nbsp;</li><li>Please note that to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume are required with the submission of your application. Candidates must have employment authorization to work in the US, and we regret that we cannot sponsor a VISA.&nbsp;</li></ul>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:&nbsp;<ul><li>Doctoral degree in engineering, architecture, urban planning, environmental science, energy systems, or a closely related interdisciplinary field, strongly preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Subject matter knowledge in one or more of the initiative’s core focus areas: advanced thermal materials, intelligent building-scale systems, or urban-scale energy management.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in interdisciplinary or systems-level research at the nexus of building design, sustainable technologies, and urban development.&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with real-world implementation of research-based innovations in the built environment.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information ​​​​​​​​​​​Please note that to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume are required with the submission of your application.&nbsp;<ul><li>Appointment End Date:&nbsp;This position is a Term appointment for up to three years depending on funding.&nbsp;</li><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 17.5 hours per week</li><li>Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity.</li></ul>Work Format DetailsThis position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.&nbsp;
Salary Grade and RangesThis position is salary grade level 055. Please visit &nbsp;<a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges" target="_blank">Harvard's Salary Ranges</a>  to view the corresponding salary range and related information.&nbsp;
BenefitsHarvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Generous paid time off including parental leave&nbsp;</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one&nbsp;</li><li>Retirement plans with university contributions&nbsp;</li><li>Wellbeing and mental health resources&nbsp;</li><li>Support for families and caregivers&nbsp;</li><li>Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement&nbsp;</li><li>Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks&nbsp;</li></ul>Learn more about these and additional benefits on our <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/benefits-wellbeing" target="_blank">Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Page</a>.&nbsp;
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment StatementHarvard University is committed to <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal opportunity</a> and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum3356/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination</a>. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.Harvard has an <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity policy</a> that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum3356/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a>. Harvard's <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum6281/files/2025-04/reaffirmation_statement.pdf" target="_blank">equal employment opportunity policy</a> and <a href="https://provost.harvard.edu/sites/g/files/omnuum3356/files/2025-07/non-discrimination_and_anti-bullying_policies.pdf" target="_blank">non-discrimination policy</a> help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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