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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.About DCEThe Division of Continuing Education (DCE) comprises four academic units serving about 30,000 domestic and international students annually, which allow Harvard to meet the learning needs of intellectually curious and highly motivated students from high school through retirement. Established in 1910, the Harvard Extension School (HES) offers access to Harvard faculty for a diverse community of adult learners, enrolling about 15,000 students. HES offers over 1,000 open enrollment courses — 85 percent of which are accessible online — and provides flexibility through noncredit, undergraduate, and graduate courses, including degrees, certificates, and a premedical program. The Harvard Summer School, founded in 1871, offers around 450 credit and noncredit courses both on the Harvard Campus and online, catering to 10,000 high school, college, and adult learners. Additionally, it offers more than 15 international study abroad programs, hosting up to 300 students each summer. Harvard DCE Professional &amp; Executive Development delivers over 140 noncredit programs annually, reaching more than 3,600 participants through online platforms and its executive development center in Cambridge. The Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement offers about 140 peer-taught courses to approximately 550 active members.&nbsp; Job Description Job Summary: Academic and program leadership over all aspects of Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement and new growth opportunities in Harvard DCE Personal Enrichment.Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Director, Personal Enrichment Programs and Assistant Dean (D&amp;AD) for the Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement (HILR) serves as the senior leader of the emerging portfolio of non-credit Personal Enrichment (PE) programs as well as the strategic architect of a distinctive peer-led academic community within the Division of Continuing Education (DCE). Reporting directly to the Chief Marketing, Strategy, and Executive Education Officer, the D&amp;AD is responsible for creating the strategic plan for PE and advancing HILR’s mission to deliver rigorous, inclusive, and socially engaging educational opportunities for older adult learners.&nbsp;&nbsp;This hands-on position ensures academic excellence by overseeing the participant-developed curriculum, alignment with Harvard’s academic standards, and supporting volunteer-led operations. The D&amp;AD is responsible for supervising and overseeing the daily operations of a compact HILR team to ensure objectives and goals are met efficiently and effectively. Acts as a leader, coach, and point of contact for staff. Also provides guidance and support to Participant Committee Chairs.&nbsp;Academic and Program Leadership 
Oversees the academic quality and integrity of the HILR program by working closely with the Curriculum Committee to ensure a rigorous, engaging curriculum and producing biannual course catalogues. Oversees admissions to ensure policies, practices, and priorities that sustain the peer-learning model, reviewing all application and interview reports, setting capacity for each admission cycle, and guiding the work of the Admissions Committee. Serves as academic liaison to DCE leadership and the broader Harvard community, ensuring alignment with University standards.&nbsp;Academic Operations 
Develops and oversees class schedules for approximately 80 courses per academic term, managing course placements for over 500 participants. Administers classroom allocations across seven classrooms at 34 Concord Avenue. Plans, coordinates, and executes approximately 12 speaker events annually, including sourcing speakers.&nbsp;Community Engagement and Communications 
Fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment for over 500 HILR participants. Conducts internal communications and manages community engagement strategies, including writing community emails and event listings, setting policy for the participant website, reviewing, revising, and articulating program policies and instructional resources as needed, and organizing community celebrations. Engages on-site with the Participant community on school days.&nbsp;Personal Enrichment Portfolio Development and Management 
Responsible for setting the strategic growth priorities for the Personal Enrichment portfolio of non-credit programs and coordinating the delivery of new PE programs efficiently leveraging DCE resources and capabilities. Identifies new opportunities, plans for program pilots and proofs of concept, and integration of successes into the portfolio.&nbsp;Facilities and IT Management 
Manages operations at the 34 Concord Avenue campus location, collaborating with internal stakeholders—including Facilities, IT, and Operations—to optimize space utilization and ensure classroom and technology resources are accessible and fully functional. Liaises with Administrative IT regarding the program’s technical and administrative platforms.&nbsp;Financial Oversight and Fundraising 
Manages the unit’s operating budget in collaboration with the DCE Finance Office, with the goal of financial sustainability and responsibility for financial stewardship of HILR. Oversees the internal HILR fundraising campaign, collaborating as needed with DCE Advancement, and ensuring compliance with Harvard guidelines.&nbsp;Strategic Outreach and Marketing 
Works in partnership with DCE Marketing and FAS Communications to attract new applicants and raise awareness of HILR. Represents HILR at events and in communications with internal and external audiences.Working Conditions: This position will be based in Cambridge, MA. On campus attendance is required when HILR classes are in session and as needed otherwise. Remote work is permissible at other times. DCE or department may adjust these as necessary or appropriate. &nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required</li><li>Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Advanced degree in relevant field.&nbsp;</li><li>Proven supervisor and team management experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity and community-building.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of team leadership experience in a higher education environment.&nbsp;</li><li>Academic curriculum development experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Volunteer engagement experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong public speaking and written communication skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work effectively supporting and engaging older adult learners.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong strategic thinking skills, high emotional intelligence, and collegial leadership style.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to be adaptable and flexible when facing ambiguous or rapidly changing situations.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week&nbsp;(Monday-Friday, 9-5pm)</li><li>Compensation Range/Rate:&nbsp;$100K-$125K</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>Other Information:<ul><li>A cover letter is required for consideration.</li><li>All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.</li></ul></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/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.

Harvard University FAS Human Resources

Director, Personal Enrichment Programs and Assistant Dean, Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement

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: Harvard Forest is a research center within the FAS Division of Science at Harvard University and a leading institution for research in ecology, conservation, and land use history. Located in Petersham, Massachusetts, approximately 70 miles west of Cambridge, Harvard Forest encompasses 4,000 acres of woodlands, fields, and research sites dedicated to the study of forest ecosystems. As an ecological research site, Harvard Forest provides a dynamic environment for scientists, students, and collaborators from around the world to explore pressing environmental questions.The Director of Administration and Finance reports to the Director at Harvard Forest and plays a key leadership role in the strategic and operational management of the organization. This position oversees the financial, administrative, and human resources functions of Harvard Forest, ensuring the effective allocation of resources to support its mission of research, education, and outreach. The Director works closely with senior leadership to implement best practices in departmental operations and serves as a key liaison between the Harvard Forest Community, Harvard University central Offices, and external partners. 
Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but not limited to:Administration &amp; Operations<ul><li>Lead and develop administrative strategies that align with the mission and strategic goals of Harvard Forest.</li><li>Establish policies and procedures to enhance organizational efficiency, financial sustainability, and compliance with university and external regulations.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between Harvard Forest and university administration, ensuring effective communication and alignment with institutional priorities.</li><li>Support strategic planning efforts, including long-term financial forecasting and operational improvements.</li><li>Oversee administrative aspects of our on-campus housing, conference space, office space, and equipment, including financial oversight, space allocation &amp; assignments, asset management, and operational efficiency.</li></ul>Human Resources &amp; Staff Development<ul><li>Oversee a team of 4 direct reports, including a Department Coordinator, Financial Associate, Accounting Assistant, and Sponsored Research Administrator.</li><li>Responsible for processing staff and academic appointments including postdocs, associates, visiting scholars, Bullard Fellows, and other fellows, which includes working with the Office of Faculty Affairs on academic appointments, HR for staff appointments, working with Harvard International Office for an international or visa requirements.</li><li>Working closely with central human resources, serve as the HR lead for Harvard Forest (25+ staff and scholars), by providing guidance on recruitment, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and staff development.</li><li>Advise and support conflict resolution, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions as needed.</li><li>Partner with Harvard’s HR department to ensure compliance with university policies and labor laws.</li><li>Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives within the organization.</li><li>Ensure appropriate training and certifications for relevant staff, including CPR, vehicle safety training, and other workplace safety requirements.</li><li>Manages confidential files and employee personnel records.</li></ul>Finance &amp; Budgeting<ul><li>Oversee Harvard Forest’s financial operations, including budgeting, accounts payables, accounts receivable, long-term financial planning, financial reporting, and resource stewardship.</li><li>Develop and implement financial policies to ensure compliance with Harvard University guidelines and external funding requirements.</li></ul>Sponsored Research Administration<ul><li>Oversee administrative support related to research funding, including providing administrative oversight during proposal development, budget preparation, and compliance with funding requirements.</li><li>Lead coordination of research operations needs for research projects at Harvard Forest. This includes:<ul><li>Working with scientists and faculty to understand the scope and requirements of research conducted on-site.</li><li>Collaborating with the Manager of Land Use and Facilities at HF to assess time and labor needs, utility usage, and associated costs.</li><li>Evaluating housing or space usage and ensuring appropriate cost allocation during the planning stage of research projects.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Identify funding opportunities for major projects, infrastructure improvements, and operational needs.</li><li>Support faculty and research staff in navigating administrative processes related to grants and sponsored research.</li><li>Ensure adherence to university, state, and federal regulations related to research and research administration policies</li></ul> 
Working Conditions: This position will be based in Petersham, MA but may require occasional travel to Cambridge, MA, roughly 2-3 times per month. The position will be 100% on-campus for the first 90 days and then there is opportunity for a hybrid schedule for 1-2 days remote with Director in Residence's permission Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Must possess at least eight years of progressively responsible administrative management experience, including staff supervision, financial management experience in an academic or research environment.</li></ul> 
Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Master's degree strongly preferred</li><li>Demonstrated experience in Financial Management including Sponsored Research Administration</li><li>Project Management and Operations Experience including involvement with building repairs or renovations</li><li>Strong quantitative, analytical and supervisory capability</li><li>Effective interpersonal and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to work with all constituents with tact and discretion</li><li>Ability to balance shifting priorities and to work independently.</li><li>Experience with Harvard's financial and human resource systems</li><li>Interest in the research, educational, and conservation mission of Harvard Forest.</li><li>Knowledge of experimental and safety procedures for environment containing dangerous mechanical equipment, and potentially hazardous chemical, biological, and radioactive materials</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, Criminal, Motor Vehicle Record</li><li>Other Information:&nbsp;</li><li>All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources</li></ul>#LI-CM1Work 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/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.

Director of 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: Independently assist in the design, development, maintenance and support of a data management system. 
Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Harvard College Observatory (HCO) seeks an astronomical Data Curator to: 1) support and maintain curation of data sets generated by HCO researchers; and 2) assist researchers in efficiently integrating access to large cloud-based data sets (e.g. from Rubin, Roman, and other new surveys) and other data sets, including local resources.The Data Curator will join the staff of the “Seamless Astronomy” effort at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard &amp; Smithsonian.&nbsp; Seamless Astronomy brings together researchers, computer scientists, information scientists, librarians, and visualization experts, all of whom are involved in developing tools and systems to study and enable the next generation of astronomical research.&nbsp;The Data Curator will:<ul><li>Create, maintain, and curate HCO data releases in the Harvard Dataverse and other online repositories. Assist in researcher-friendly curation of the Harvard Plate Stacks database.</li><li>Facilitate access to external national and international datasets and services, integrating cloud-based sources with local research environments.</li><li>In collaboration with Seamless Astronomy faculty leadership, help to design and test software and data management strategies (e.g. what balance of curator/PI time is optimal, what 3rd-party services should be supported (e.g. GitHub, Dataverse, Zenodo, Amazon AWS, etc.)</li><li>Working with leaders representing various HCO faculty groups, implement software and data curation strategies for a variety of projects and data types.</li><li>Ensure HCO’s data-sharing and curation practices meet or exceed the standards of leading external archives, whether hosted internally or externally</li><li>Leverage AI tools to harmonize and integrate datasets, and assist HCO researchers in independently using AI data-management tools</li><li>Participate in meetings with HCO and Harvard data science specialists; perform additional duties as assigned&nbsp;</li></ul>Working Conditions: <ul><li>Work is performed in an office setting</li><li>This position will be primarily based on campus in Cambridge, MA, with the possibility of having a hybrid in-person/remote schedule not to exceed 25% of the curator’s time. The selected candidate will need to be on campus as business needs require.&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Minimum of two years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience</li></ul> 
Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Minimum two years’ additional post-secondary education or relevant work experience</li><li>MSc or PhD in Astronomy, Physics, Information or Computer Science or related fields</li><li>Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment</li><li>Advanced knowledge of ETL (Extraction, Transformation, and Loading), reporting and database technologies</li><li>Advanced communication, technical and project management skills</li><li>Demonstrated team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor</li><li>Familiarity with the formatting and utility of astronomical data, coordinate systems, software, and relevant AI tools</li><li>Demonstrated coding, data management, and software experience used in astronomical data analysis, including (but not limited to) Python and Julia, and involvement with open-source software initiatives</li><li>Excellent communication skills and a proven record of work in collaborative environments, as the position includes working directly with researchers, to evaluate, and meet, their data management needs</li><li>Experience with databases, including SQL</li><li>Experience with computing and data storage on cloud services and HPC environments</li><li>Experience with observational astronomical data, particularly big data sets (e.g., from large surveys)</li></ul> 
Certificates and Licenses: <ul><li>Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred</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</li><li>Other Information:</li><li>Applicants MUST submit a cover letter in addition to their resume in order for their application to be reviewed.</li><li>We regret that Harvard University is unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship for this position.</li><li>All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.</li></ul>#LI-CM1Work 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 057. 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.

Data Curator

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.Harvard Business School (HBS) IT is a nimble, innovative, strategic partner who crafts, delivers and supports the pioneering technology solutions that connect, enable and inspire the HBS community to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. Visit our website for more information <a href="/www.hbs.edu/information-technology/about-us">http:///www.hbs.edu/information-technology/about-us</a>.&nbsp; Job Description Are you excited by the idea of joining a world-class organization at the intersection of higher education and business?&nbsp; The Director, Network Engineering provides valuable strategic and operational support to our faculty in support of Harvard Business school's (HBS’s) mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world.&nbsp;As a member of the HBS IT organization, the Director will report to the Senior Managing Director, Enterprise Engineering &amp; Architecture (EE&amp;A). The Director, Network Engineering, will lead the development of the overall network strategy and manage the execution of that plan. EE&amp;A is responsible for the strategy, architecture, selection, implementation, and maintenance of software, compute, storage, and network solutions to support the business needs of HBS.&nbsp;As a member of the EE&amp;A management team, the Director will collaborate with colleagues and campus stakeholders to provide technical leadership, support, and network solutions to meet the needs of HBS today and into the future. With a Boston campus with over 37 buildings, and 2,000 MBA students, over 12,000 Executive Education students annually, and 1,600 faculty, staff, and doctoral students, this position will be responsible for the wired and wireless campus network environment which extends to multiple cloud environments as well as stretches globally to remote campuses. The Director will develop and execute a multiyear network strategy aligned with and is responsive to business needs, while managing daily operations and overseeing projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Director, Network Engineering will serve as a key advisor to HBS IT and departments, ensuring network stability and architecture for growth and enhanced capabilities. The Director provides vision, roadmaps, and budget plans for network and telecommunications needs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing and supporting large complex network environments.&nbsp;Job-Specific Responsibilities: <ul><li>Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents</li><li>Direct the network team and vendors’ staff in support of daily operational work as well as project deliverables&nbsp;</li><li>Provide network technology leadership, vision, and solutions that address business needs, partnering closely with IT colleagues and HBS departments&nbsp;</li><li>Develop, document, maintain, and manage a multiyear network strategy which includes a lifecycle management program&nbsp;</li><li>Develop and communicate annual operating and multiyear capital budget that aligns with the network strategy, as well as managing activities to align with this budget&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure ongoing documentation of critical network and telecommunications assets, processes, and procedures&nbsp;</li><li>Manage vendor relationships and contracts for the procurement of hardware, software and services as well as execution against these contracts&nbsp;</li><li>Work with the University’s enterprise networking team to develop and align strategies and services for network and voice services that effectively address community needs&nbsp;</li><li>Contribute and participate as part of the cloud planning program to develop monitoring and other management systems to support the network reliability and performance in a hybrid multi-cloud environment&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in appropriate University and School governance committees ensuring a clear understanding of future business goals and align with appropriate network solutions&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Lead by example, work with each team member to develop clear goals and annual training objectives, and reinforcing the HBS IT values&nbsp;</li><li>Build strong relationships and collaborate with HBS departments to develop innovative solutions for process/development related problems, with industry best practices and trends&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that HBS systems and the information stored within them are secure and protected in accordance with Harvard’s policies and standards, and industry best practices&nbsp;</li><li>Complete other responsibilities as assigned&nbsp;</li></ul>Working Conditions: <ul><li>Additional support outside of regularly scheduled hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holiday breaks, may occasionally be required&nbsp;</li><li>Must be available by personal cell phone during business hours, and occasionally off-hours (stipend will be provided)&nbsp;</li><li>Must participate in a shared 24x7x365 on call rotation with other IT staff&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Minimum of 7 years’ post-secondary education or relevant work experience</li><li>Supervisory experience</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills:The following are preferred:&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong working knowledge of network technologies, cloud connectivity, with extensive experience in the planning, design, and implementation of large-scale network environments&nbsp;</li><li>Technical command and expertise in Cisco network switches, routers and protocols, wireless deployments, Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), vlan, and fiber deployments&nbsp;</li><li>Possess the ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing to people with varying degrees of technical expertise&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills&nbsp;</li><li>Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage a technical staff and lead, influence and motivate others&nbsp;</li><li>Enterprise networking experience in a higher education setting&nbsp;</li><li>Exposure to networking connectivity into cloud environments (e.g., AWS (Amazon Web Services), Azure, and Oracle)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Infrastructure experience including design and deployment, lifecycle management, planning, and operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience developing and managing both operational and capital budgets, including experience in managing vendor contracts and licensing&nbsp;</li></ul>Certificates and Licenses: The following are preferred:&nbsp;<ul><li>Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)&nbsp;</li><li>Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certificate in Security, Enterprise Infrastructure, and/or Wireless&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week</li><li>Compensation Range/Rate (including Shift Differential if applicable):&nbsp;&nbsp;$150,000 - $160,000, commensurate with experience</li><li>Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Criminal</li><li>Other Information:&nbsp;</li><li>This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote&nbsp; and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to&nbsp; be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week and departments provide onsite&nbsp; coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be&nbsp; determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate&nbsp;advanced notice.&nbsp;</li><li>We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.</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 059. 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.

Director, Network Engineering

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.Founded in 2021 with Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University serves a global community committed to improving public management, leadership, and governance. The Center’s cross-Harvard collaboration unites expertise focused on cities across disciplines and schools to produce research, train leaders, and develop resources for global use. The Center is designed to have practical impact on the future of cities, where more than half of the world’s people now live, by informing and inspiring local government leaders, scholars, students, and others who work to improve the lives of residents around the world. Job Description Supporting and advising the Executive Director, this individual serves as a liaison to Bloomberg Philanthropies and a central connector across teams, helping to sustain a high-functioning, collaborative relationship with the donor. They work respectfully and diligently with colleagues at the Bloomberg Center for Cities and across Harvard, including faculty, staff, and program teams, to gather, synthesize, and present information that supports thoughtful, effective, and well-informed engagement with Bloomberg Philanthropies.&nbsp;This is an opportunity for someone who brings a deep understanding of complex organizations, exceptional communication and synthesis skills, an outstanding ability to build and nurture relationships, and a commitment to cities and public impact. They will support the Executive Director in fostering trust, credibility, and collaboration across Harvard and in the Center’s engagement with Bloomberg Philanthropies.&nbsp;This is a hands-on fast-paced role for someone who is both strategic and grounded, with a strong work ethic, humility, and a deep sense of responsibility. They will be energized by complexity, intellectually curious, and committed to learning. They will bring diligence, adaptability, and a willingness to do what it takes to help the work move forward, including managing details, delivering time-sensitive answers, producing high quality outputs, and making sure nothing important is overlooked. &nbsp;No task is too small, and no detail too minor to merit care and attention.&nbsp; 
Job-Specific Responsibilities: Liaison to Bloomberg Philanthropies&nbsp;<ul><li>Serve as the Executive Director’s lead staff liaison for engagement, reporting, and follow up with Bloomberg Philanthropies, helping ensure ongoing collaboration is clear, responsive, and well-informed.&nbsp;</li><li>Serve as the day-to-day point of contact to the Center’s principal counterpart at Bloomberg Philanthropies, providing timely updates, anticipating needs, and sharing relevant plans and activities, while supporting the Executive Director in sustaining a strong, transparent, and respectful collaboration.&nbsp;</li><li>Track ongoing priorities, questions, and shared interests, surfacing timely and relevant information that helps the relationship function with mutual confidence, while upholding the Center’s academic independence.&nbsp;</li></ul>Information, Presentation, and Analysis&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Synthesize and organize information on plans, progress, and impact into briefings, memos, meeting preparation materials, and strategic communications that support the Executive Director’s management of the organization and engagement with Bloomberg Philanthropies.&nbsp;</li><li>Engage colleagues across the Center, including program leads, faculty partners, researchers, and operational teams, with respect and discretion to gather updates on workstreams, progress, and milestones.&nbsp;</li><li>Work with internal teams to translate ongoing work into thoughtful memos, decks, and dashboards tailored to key executive audiences.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct strategic or operational analyses as needed to support the Executive Director’s decision-making, inform external engagement, and contribute to the Center’s evolving priorities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Meetings and Follow-Through&nbsp;<ul><li>Design and manage key donor-related engagements, including regular meetings, informal check-ins, and visits to the Center or its programs.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare agendas and high-quality presentation decks, facilitate planning conversations, and ensure relevant team members are equipped to contribute meaningfully.&nbsp;</li><li>Track follow-up items, commitments, and open questions to ensure continuity and responsiveness in ongoing interactions. &nbsp;</li></ul>Internal Collaboration and Relationship-Building<ul><li>Build and maintain strong working relationships across the Bloomberg Center for Cities and Harvard, including faculty, staff, and administrative teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Model a culture of engagement that is proactive, respectful of roles, and anchored in the Center’s mission and values.&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of professional experience.</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Experience in strategic coordination, executive advising, stakeholder engagement, and/or institutional partnerships.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex content for senior audiences and adapt messaging to different contexts.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional detail orientation, diligence, and follow through.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to build trust and operate with discretion across a wide range of stakeholders, across all levels of an organizational hierarchy.&nbsp;</li><li>Highly organized, with strong judgment and the ability to manage toward clarity in dynamic and often ambiguous circumstances.</li><li>A commitment to the mission of strengthening public leadership, governance, and innovation in cities.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Appointment End Date: This is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment through June 30, 2026, with the strong possibility of renewal.</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>Other Information:&nbsp;This is a full-time, on-campus position based in Cambridge, MA. Flexible remote work arrangements may be available with supervisory approval.</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 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/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.

Strategic Advisor and Liaison, Bloomberg Center for Cities

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 of 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 MEIThe Middle East Initiative (MEI) at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs is Harvard University’s principal forum for policy-relevant research and teaching on the contemporary Middle East and North Africa. Directed by Tarek Masoud, the Ford Foundation Professor of Democracy and Governance, MEI convenes policymakers, scholars, and intellectuals from the region and beyond to expand our understanding of this complex part of the world and to contribute to the search for solutions to its most pressing policy challenges. Through the integration of scholarly research, policy analysis, education, and community engagement, MEI aims to advance public policy and build capacity in the Middle East, with the aim of enhancing the lives of all the region’s peoples.&nbsp; Job Description MEI seeks a quantitatively-oriented social scientist with deep knowledge of the Middle East to join our team as an Assistant Director for Research. Reporting to and under the direction of the Faculty Director, this new position will lead the development and implementation of MEI’s in-house research portfolio. The successful candidate will also play a central role in exploring and developing new opportunities for collaborative projects and will become a key member of MEI’s leadership team, working closely with the Faculty Director to drive MEI’s intellectual output.&nbsp;The successful candidate will be motivated, resourceful, a self-starter, and a team-player with the ability to meet deadlines, solve problems, track multiple projects and deliverables, and communicate clearly and professionally with a broad range of stakeholders—including donors, scholars, and research partners in the field. Experience leading research projects in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is a must.&nbsp;<ul><li>Play a leading role in developing and managing MEI’s in-house research portfolio, including peer-reviewed research, policy briefs, and case studies to be used in teaching at Harvard and beyond.&nbsp;</li><li>Design high quality systems for research management and ensure effective implementation. Key areas include IRB approval, secure data management, ethical use of human subjects in large field-based research studies, coding protocols, etc.</li><li>Identify, assess and develop opportunities for new research engagements</li><li>Directly contribute to the analytical and content-driven activities of MEI’s research work through collaboratively-authored background papers, policy briefs, case studies, and peer-reviewed research publications.</li><li>Help build and expand partnerships with policy and research institutions and universities, contribute to building and maintaining productive relationships with current and potential funders, and effectively represent MEI and faculty researchers at relevant conferences and in meetings with senior policy partners</li><li>Recruit, supervise, and mentor research assistants&nbsp;</li><li>Play a key role in designing and implementing MEI research workshops and conferences</li><li>Travel to the region as needed to manage field-based research activities&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in selection processes for various MEI research programs, including fellowships and research awards</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>PhD in political science, economics, or sociology required.</li><li>Minimum seven years professional work experience in conducting original research; a combination of doctoral-level education and experience may be considered.</li><li>Experience leading research projects in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) required.</li><li>To be considered, applications must include a cover letter and writing sample, please see additional information below for details.</li></ul> 
Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Ability to manage large research teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with statistical programming in either R or Stata.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience conducting original research using the following methodologies:&nbsp;<ul><li>Elite interviews&nbsp;</li><li>Commissioning and analyzing population surveys</li><li>Conducting survey and field experiments</li><li>Quantitative analysis of observational data, including popular social science datasets such as V-dem, the World Bank Governance Indicators, etc.&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Experience writing research and grant proposals.</li><li>Experience shepherding research projects through Institutional Review Board and Peer Review.&nbsp;</li><li>Fluency (reading and writing) in a regional language (Arabic, Persian, Turkish, or Hebrew) a strong plus.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong work ethic with the ability to take initiative, manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work independently.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent time-management skills&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to treat sensitive and confidential information with discretion.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to forge strong collaborative working relationships with diverse constituencies and colleagues.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Application Instructions: To be considered, your application must include a cover letter and a writing sample:&nbsp;<ul><li>No more than 50 pages</li><li>Must include an abstract of 300 words or less</li><li>Will preferably be single-authored</li><li>Can be either published or unpublished</li><li>Examples include: policy brief, journal article, book chapter, dissertation chapter, or white paper you have produced in your field</li></ul></li><li>Appointment End Date: This is a 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>Other information: This position is fully on-site, on our campus in Cambridge, MA, 5 days/week.</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 057. 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.

Assistant Director for Research, Middle East Initiative

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 Harvard Law School?Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you’ll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Wherever you are in your career journey, HLS is a place where you can thrive, contribute, and be part of something bigger. Job Description The Director of Marketing is a strategic leader responsible for planning, developing, and executing comprehensive marketing strategies to drive enrollment, increase brand awareness, engage the target audience and maintain and grow the Program on Negotiation (PON)’s position as a global leader in negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation.&nbsp;This leadership role requires expertise in the development of engaging content, web site management and optimization, email and digital marketing, budgeting and forecasting, and team and agency management.&nbsp;The Director of Marketing works as a member of the PON Leadership Team to shape and implement multi-channel strategies that maximize educational impact for participants, attain or exceed revenue goals and overall financial contribution.&nbsp;As a Director of Marketing, you will:&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide effective leadership and administration, working both externally with a network of stakeholders including web developers, analysts, digital and email marketing, editors, design and copywriters, as well as internally with colleagues across all areas of PON’s activity.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Work with PON’s program delivery teams to secure program dates, launch schedules, and deadlines for web and materials development.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop, maintain and monitor marketing budgets and financial performance.&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with the web development team to ensure consistency, quality control and optimum availability for the website. Optimize system uptime, safety and security and with the Harvard Office of the General Counsel to ensure that the website complies with evolving security and safety. Explore adding new content frameworks as required to keep the website current and accessible.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the creation and development of timely and engaging content to support PON’s editorial newsletter program. Determine new content needs based on analytics that drive traffic to the website. Coordinate with all PON stakeholder’s website content related to programs, and mission as required.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Define and execute comprehensive email marketing strategies aligned with overall marketing and business goals. Work with external agencies¿to oversee the creation, scheduling, testing, and deployment of email campaigns, including promotional, and editorial emails.&nbsp;</li><li>Work with external agencies to maximize paid advertising to develop ad campaigns, expand the proprietary database, and reach or exceed target acquisition goals. Develop brochures with external agency, email communications, event collateral, swag, trade show displays and any other visual or written content to promote PON programs.&nbsp;</li><li>Run systems analysis, coordinating with external web team on updating and development of all analytics required for optimal system operation and optimization of all email, web and social media inventory.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide strategic support by conducting competitive market research and assisting with new program development and program improvements, as well as collaborating on marketing and outreach strategies to expand enrollment and visibility. Evaluate program outcomes and recommend improvements to curriculum and delivery.&nbsp;</li></ul> Qualifications Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree with 8 years of progressive marketing management experience.&nbsp;Additional Qualifications and SkillsWe are looking for people who have:&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience managing external agencies to reach business goals.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working in an academic setting with a strong knowledge or interest in negotiation theories and practice a plus.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communications skills. Ability to manage, write and review content to be used in all marketing materials.&nbsp;</li><li>The ability to set priorities and manage competing demands; strong project management and coordination skills.</li><li>A commitment to marketing decisions based on data.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.&nbsp;</li><li>Goal driven with the ability to adapt to change and new opportunities.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information Appointment End Date:&nbsp;This is a one-year term appointment with potential for renewal, subject to departmental funding and need.  &nbsp;Standard Hours/Schedule:&nbsp;Full TimeVisa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionPre-Employment Screening: Identity, EducationOther Information: All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.#LI-MH1Work 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 059. 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.

Director of Marketing

Company Description About the Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD)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 exhibition.The GSD is Harvard’s epicenter for scholarship and innovation related to the built environment. Our faculty and students address defining questions across architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning and design, real estate, and design engineering—advancing fields which have profound influence on the human experience. At the GSD, research and teaching drive creative solutions to the world’s most urgent challenges, reimagining infrastructure, communities, and cities on a global scale.Why join the Harvard Graduate School of Design?This is an opportunity to lead a major gifts program at the world’s premier design school—championing relationship-building, strategy, and results and building a high-performing team. If you thrive on structure-building, data-driven fundraising, collaborative culture, and meaningful societal impact, we invite your application. Job Description POSITION OVERVIEWThe Senior Director of Major Gifts and Individual Philanthropy is a core leader at the GSD, responsible for building the School’s major gifts program with a focus on gifts between $25,000 and $1,000,000. This is a pivotal opportunity that calls for a builder: someone energized by change management who can lead a team, create a robust infrastructure, and ensure sustainable success and accountability. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Development and Alumni Relations, the Senior Director manages a team of 5, including gift officers, development operations, and support staff.This role focuses on establishing, cultivating, and growing the major gifts tier of the GSD fundraising pyramid, which is an area of untapped potential historically. You will partner across the department and the School to eliminate silos and ensure donor relationships are systematically managed and advanced. Principal gift activity ($1M+) is overseen by the Associate Dean for Development and the GSD Dean. 
 
The GSD’s donor and prospect audience is unusually complex and dynamic. While GSD alumni are a treasured part of our giving community, many of our major donors have affiliations across Harvard or outside the university altogether. This unique landscape calls for an imaginative problem-solver who thrives on developing innovative engagement strategies, creative pipeline cultivation, and persuasive, high-level communications.With a $75M annual operating budget funded primarily by tuition and endowment revenue, the GSD faces mounting resource pressures. Philanthropy must grow, sustainably and strategically, to fuel our mission and unlock excellence in design research and education. Joining at this pivotal time for the field and higher education, you will help shape the future of design globally and champion initiatives that matter for people, our planet, and thriving societies everywhere.TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMajor Gifts Program Leadership <ul><li>Develop, execute, and continuously improve a comprehensive major gifts program targeting gifts between $25,000–$1,000,000. Design and implement clear systems, processes, and prospect management practices that drive sustained, long-term outcomes.</li><li>Personally cultivate and steward a portfolio of 75-90 major gift prospects, focusing on the $25,000–$1,000,000 tier, while ensuring principal gift prospects are transitioned to the Associate Dean/Dean.</li><li>Oversee and manage major gift officers and, as the team evolves, may supervise related leadership, annual giving, or specialized donor-facing roles. Champion professional development, inclusion, and shared goals across the fundraising team. Over the next five to seven years, the school aims to confirm more than $50M in new gifts and pledges.</li><li>Serve as a thought partner in overall school fundraising strategy; provide regular, forward-looking pipeline, proposal, and progress reports. Apply data and progress metrics to actively guide decisions, not merely track past activity.</li><li>Embrace and help lead a period of transition, focused on building structure, accountability, and continuous improvement. Attract, mentor, and inspire staff eager for professional growth and organizational impact.</li></ul>Infrastructure and Systems Building <ul><li>Responsible for managing the fundraising operations program, including the overall strategic approach to prospect activities related to fundraising activities. This includes fundraiser goal setting, solicitation pipeline management, prospect assignment, and annual engagement plans for major gift pipeline.</li><li>Manages the Director of Operations &amp; Administration and the overall development operations function. This includes leading the advancement of proactive, data-driven operations, including rigorous use of CRM tools, metrics, and reporting. Ensure that prospect management, pipeline development, and moves management are integrated and effective.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, accountable, and data-driven culture by partnering directly with annual giving, donor relations, prospect research, operations, communications, and alumni engagement colleagues to develop integrated donor strategies and stewardship approaches.</li></ul>Campus Engagement and Travel<ul><li>Maintain active visibility and engagement with the GSD community; presence on campus is expected at least 3 days per week.</li><li>Represent the GSD to donors and prospects, with travel as required.</li></ul>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES <ul><li>Manages a team of 5 including: gift officers, development operations, and support staff.</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>The position involves frequent use of a computer, keyboard and mouse.</li><li>This position requires extensive domestic travel and occasional international travel.</li><li>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT<ul><li>This position will be based in Cambridge, MA.</li><li>Campus presence is required for a minimum of 3 days per week. *Candidates who do not live within commuting distance of our Cambridge, Massachusetts campus should indicate on their resumes whether they are “willing to relocate,” as this position requires a regular on-campus presence.</li></ul>SALARY INFORMATION:&nbsp; Salary ranges within each pay grade are based on qualifications, skills, experience, equity in comparison to similar positions, and external market values. Salary ranges allow for differences among positions within the same grade as well as increasing levels of responsibility and performance within the same job. For more information regarding salary ranges at Harvard, please see: <a href="https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges" target="_blank">https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges</a>Please note: to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume are required with the submission of your application. Qualifications Basic Qualifications:<ul><li>BA/BS required.</li><li>Minimum 10 years of non-profit or higher education fundraising experience, including a demonstrable record of successful major gifts ($25,000–$1,000,000) cultivation and solicitation.</li><li>Experience in developing and managing fundraising teams.</li><li>Demonstrated ability using best practices and analytical tools to plan, measure, and evaluate individual giving programs.</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Pipeline Development: Evidence of building and managing robust major gift pipelines, particularly at the mid-level, including development and implementation of moves management strategies.</li><li>Systems &amp; Process Leadership: Experience designing/implementing prospect management, data, and reporting systems that drive insight and outcomes; outcome-oriented over simple activity measurement.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Relationship Building: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and lead in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment.</li><li>Team Mentorship: Supervisory and mentoring experience preferred; ability to foster development among staff and colleagues.</li><li>Adaptability &amp; Change Management: Strong process orientation and comfort building new structures/processes; excited by change and professional challenge.</li><li>Communication: Superior written and oral communication skills.</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Candidates must have employment authorization to work in the US, and we regret that we cannot sponsor a VISA.</li><li>The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.</li><li>Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week</li><li>Pre-Employment Screening: Identity</li></ul>Please note: to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume are required with the submission of your application.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 060. 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.

Senior Director of Major Gifts and Individual Philanthropy

Company Description By working at Harvard University,&nbsp;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 Harvard Business School?Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, was founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University. It is among the world's most trusted sources of management education and thought leadership. For more than a century, the School's faculty has combined a passion for teaching with rigorous research conducted alongside practitioners at world-leading organizations to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. Through a dynamic ecosystem of research, learning, and entrepreneurship that includes MBA, Doctoral, Executive Education, and Online programs, as well as numerous initiatives, centers, institutes, and labs, Harvard Business School fosters bold new ideas and collaborative learning networks that shape the future of business. Job Description Harvard Business School (HBS) is seeking multiple Predoctoral Research Associates starting in Summer 2026 to support an assigned faculty member in one of the following academic units.&nbsp;<ul><li>Accounting &amp; Management</li><li>Business, Government and the International Economy</li><li>Entrepreneurial Management</li><li>Finance</li><li>General Management</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Negotiation Organizations &amp; Markets</li><li>Organizational Behavior&nbsp;</li><li>Strategy&nbsp;</li><li>Technology and Operations Management</li></ul>Please note the faculty currently hiring include <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1284277" target="_blank">Samuel Antill</a>, <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=774513" target="_blank">Mark Egan</a>, <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1583101" target="_blank">Quan Le</a>, <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1494424" target="_blank">Maxwell Miller</a>, <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1356397" target="_blank">Jesse Shapiro</a>, and <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1060330" target="_blank">Marco Tabellini</a>. You will see this posting updated with names of additional hiring faculty listed in the coming months as more needs are identified.&nbsp;The Predoctoral Research Associate position reports directly to faculty supervisors and administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. &nbsp;Ideal candidates will be comfortable in an environment that requires a high level of independence, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to use discretionary judgment. Primary duties:<ul><li>Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and&nbsp;various constituents.</li><li>Work under the general direction of HBS faculty on topics central to HBS research agenda. &nbsp;Provide subject-area knowledge, analysis and interpretation to faculty member. &nbsp;Identify and explore a wide-range of questions related to faculty’s research agenda.</li><li>Write cases, case supplements, project reports, and policy memos from start to finish creating original writing based on subject-area expertise, research, and interviews, and write articles for applicable business audiences such as Harvard Business Review.</li><li>Develop, design, conduct, analyze, and implement research using data science knowledge and prior knowledge of requested statistical packages.&nbsp; Perform statistical programming.</li><li>Ensure compliance with department, University, and federal regulations. &nbsp;Complete work with only general direction.&nbsp; Be aware of department, School, University policies and potential outside research policies.</li><li>Under general direction of faculty member, must be able to take complex research ideas, concepts, and methodologies and apply them to new projects and situations. &nbsp;Must be able to structure assignments and keep faculty member informed as necessary, using own judgment.</li><li>Responsible for other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree with a GPA above 3.5 is required.</li></ul>Additional Qualifications and Skills:Proven evidence of independent research in specific advanced field of study. Evidence of prior high-quality, original academic writing, and background in analysis and interpretation of relevant data, research, news, and literature is helpful. Ability to read academic, subject-specific information and write a reasoned and thoughtful analysis, as well as produce a creative interpretation, is a must.The candidate must have extremely high standards in terms of quality of work, attention to detail, strong organization skills, and absolute commitment to task completion. Must be able to balance multiple tasks and shifting priorities under tight deadlines at an accelerated pace when necessary. It is helpful if the candidate is familiar with navigating a complex organization, such as Harvard Business School. &nbsp; Additional Information Appointment End Date: June 30, 2027. These are term appointments starting summer 2026&nbsp;through June 30, 2027, with an expectation of reappointment until June 30, 2028, based on funding and performance. All Predoctoral Research Associate roles at HBS are structured as one-year term appointments, but faculty strongly prefer candidates willing to commit for two years.Standard Hours/Schedule:&nbsp;40 hours per weekVisa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionPre-Employment Screening: Education, IdentityOther Information:&nbsp; 
 
The recruiting process starts in the fall and continues into 2026 with offers typically finalized in the late spring.This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice. 
 
We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role. 
 
A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity. All candidates will be expected to submit a writing sample, transcript, and at times a code sample to be reviewed by an HBS statistician.&nbsp;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 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.

Predoctoral Research Associate (Summer 2026)

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: The Peabody Museum seeks an Associate Director of NAGPRA to oversee the programmatic activities in the NAGPRA Department that fulfill the legal and ethical implementation of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The position reports to the Deputy Director for Collections and works closely with the Director’s Office.&nbsp; The position supervises the staff and activities of the NAGPRA Office, manages competing priorities and federally mandated deadlines, and works in close collaboration and communication with staff across Peabody departments and other departments at Harvard University to achieve the University’s strategic goals around the timely and respectful return of ancestors and cultural items.&nbsp; 
Job-Specific Responsibilities: <ul><li>Supervise a team of 4 NAGPRA coordinators and 1 NAGPRA assistant.</li><li>Guide and support staff regarding challenging legal requirements, policy changes, and tribal interactions</li><li>Work with team to create sustainable and efficient procedures. Guide team through change management in processes and procedures.</li><li>Provide performance feedback and development opportunities for team</li><li>Responsible for NAGPRA processes and initiatives including the development of project objectives and benchmarks, implementation planning, and general oversight of consultations and physical transfers.</li><li>Compile reports and data to support project planning and recommendations.</li><li>Demonstrate and communicate the Peabody’s commitment to proactive and respectful NAGPRA implementation through meeting with Tribal government officials, attendance and presentation at conferences and workshops, service on advisory panels, and holding office or performing relevant committee assignments in affiliated professional and/or community organizations and/or events.</li><li>Develop and implement outreach strategies to proactively engage Native American communities in NAGPRA consultations.</li><li>Effectively communicate about the work of NAGPRA implementation to the public, Peabody and campus staff, and other internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul> Qualifications Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a related field&nbsp;</li><li>Five plus years of related experience, including project/program management</li><li>Supervisory experience</li></ul> 
Additional Qualifications and Skills: <ul><li>Experience working with Tribal and Indigenous communities, including conducting discussions and/or consultations. Appreciation of, and respect for, the variety of traditions and cultural protocols practiced by Tribal Nations&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;successful&nbsp;project&nbsp;management involving multiple stakeholders,&nbsp;meeting deadlines,&nbsp;and&nbsp;working collaboratively as part of a team.&nbsp;</li><li>Supervisory skills, including coaching, mentoring, and developing staff.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with sensitive collections and information, and database skills a plus.&nbsp;</li><li>An understanding of historic and contemporary approaches to museum collections and indigeneity and anthropological research practices and methodologies.</li><li>Strong&nbsp;interpersonal&nbsp;skills, advanced written&nbsp;and&nbsp;verbal&nbsp;communication&nbsp;skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Problem-solving skills to recognize potential areas of stakeholder concern and address, resolve and/or mitigate problems or issues.&nbsp;</li></ul> Additional Information <ul><li>Other Information: Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.&nbsp; Please note the majority of work in this position will happen on-campus.</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, Criminal,</li></ul>About the Peabody MuseumThe Peabody Museum is situated on the ancestral and traditional land of the Massachusett people. It cares for over 1.2 million items from across the world, including cultural, archaeological, and osteological collections as well as extensive photographic and archival materials.&nbsp;The Museum is committed to the ethical stewardship of its collections through implementation of collaborative and culturally responsive care, interpretation, and engagement. We strive for a diverse, inclusive and equitable working environment and to act in ways that address the global challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability.&nbsp;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/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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