182 jobs found in Cambridge

Job Summary: This position involves oversight and leadership in the areas of faculty development, capacity-building, outreach to serve the needs of the HGSE teaching community and ensure that HGSE’s support of excellence in teaching is preeminent in the field of education and across professional schools. This position is responsible for keeping HGSE on the leading edge of pedagogical strategies that serve the teaching and learning needs of students and faculty regardless of modality.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Associate Director, Instructional Support and Development:   Partners with faculty to continuously improve teaching practice throughout the School, and with the Director, Instructional Support and Development, cultivate a portfolio of strong faculty relationships guided by the School’s priorities.   Views teaching as intellectual work based on research principles and engages faculty in a wide variety of development opportunities including classroom...

The Outreach & Engagement Coordinator will provide administrative, logistical, and creative support for the Center’s wide range of public, internal, and student-facing engagement opportunities and communications efforts. The Coordinator will work as a member of the Communications team, reporting to the Director of Communication, and will work collaboratively with faculty, fellows, and staff across the Center.  The Coordinator’s primary responsibilities will be to provide coordination and logistical support for the Center’s in-person and virtual engagement opportunities, and to assist with internal and external communications and outreach. There also may be opportunities for the person in this role to grow in their areas of interest within the Center’s communications department. As an Outreach and Engagement Coordinator you will: Work with the Director of Communications and colleagues throughout the Center, select and plan creative, engaging, timely and substantive...

The Senior Software Engineer serves as an experienced technical contributor responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting complex software solutions for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS). This role works across the full application lifecycle, contributing to technical design decisions, application modernization, and delivery of strategic technology initiatives.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, implement, and support complex Oracle APEX applications, PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, views, and related database objects.  Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions that improve scalability, security, and long-term maintainability.  Analyze business requirements and translate them into secure, scalable, user-focused technical solutions, meeting directly with stakeholders throughout the application lifecycle.  Develop and maintain integrations with institutional and third-party...

Job Summary: Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) offers building & landscape maintenance, and custodial services to Harvard faculties and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with customer-determined standards. As such, FMO operates as an in-house alternative to contractor services and therefore must manage itself under the same principles that guide any successful maintenance service business.  The Fire Safety Services group includes a large hourly workforce (+ 38 technicians) that maintain, repair, inspect and test building fire protection and life safety systems throughout the University on a fee-for-service basis. The maintained equipment inventory includes fire alarm systems, fire pumps, fire suppression systems, emergency lighting systems, and emergency generators used to power life-safety circuits and critical systems. The group supports a central fire alarm reporting system that receives building alarm signals...

The Director of HKS Library Services leads the ongoing development of library services and collections supporting world-class research and teaching in public policy and government, working directly with Harvard Kennedy School stakeholders and with colleagues across Harvard Library, and is the senior leadership role for the HKS Library.  The Director reports to the Chief Research Enablement Officer (CREO) as part of the research and library services department, and is a member of the CREO’s management team, along with the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, the Executive Director of Research Administration, the Manager of Community Engagement and Special Projects, and the Senior Administrative Coordinator. The Director works closely with the Vice President for the Harvard Library and University Librarian or delegates.  The Director plays a central role in shaping a modern, research-driven library that integrates deeply into the School’s research and learning...

The Chief Research Enablement Officer (CREO) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the full research enterprise at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS).  Reporting to the Executive Dean, the CREO oversees the core services and functions that support research enablement for HKS faculty, students, and fellows. These core functions include research administration (sponsored awards and compliance), research computing and data services, and library collections, services and programs. Reporting to the CREO are the Executive Director of Research Administration, the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, the Director of HKS Library Services, the Manager of Community Engagement & Special Projects, and the Senior Administrative Coordinator. The position is responsible for aligning these units into a cohesive ecosystem that supports the entire research lifecycle, from discovery and data acquisition to analysis, dissemination, and long-term stewardship. This role,...

Job Summary: Two new initiatives at the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) jointly seek a full-time Research Associate to support research, partnership development, and programmatic activities across two complementary efforts: The AI & Learning Initiative, which advances an agenda around AI and human development, with a focus on the science of learning, development, and human thriving. The Workforce Learning and Artificial Intelligence Initiative (WLAI), which focuses on how adults learn and develop skills in and for work. This role is split across each initiative (70% AI & Learning, 30% WLAI) Reporting to WLAI Faculty Director Dr. Tessa Forshaw, and working closely with the AI and Learning Initiative team, collaborators across HGSE, and external organizations, the Research Associate will operate at the intersection of learning science, workforce practice, and AI in education. Job-Specific Responsibilities: AI & Learning Initiative, (70%)...

Job Summary: The Laboratory for Developmental Studies in the Psychology department has a position open for a full-time research assistant for studies of language comprehension in typically-developing children, children with autism, and adults. The candidate will report directly to Dr. Jesse Snedeker, a Professor of Developmental Psychology, and will be responsible for managing and overseeing the daily activities of two lab spaces dedicated to running research studies with children and adults. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsibilities include hiring, training, and supervising undergraduate research assistants, managing a summer internship program, coordinating testing spaces and study schedules, assisting with preparation of grant applications and progress reports, maintaining the lab manual, and assisting in the collection of data. The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the design, data collection, and engage in other research-related activities....

Job Summary: Independently administer and implement university and/or department admissions policies and procedures.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Read and evaluate admissions applications from assigned geographical regions. Apply discretion and independent judgment in deciding which qualified students should be presented to the committee for possible admission. Handle inquiries from prospective students, applicants, parents, secondary school administrators, and the general public in assigned geographical regions. Develop and nurture relationships with alumni/ae interviewers. Devise regional interview process procedure. Guide alumni/ae on how to conduct successful applicant interviews. Answer and respond to inquiries and concerns of applicants and students, both admitted and rejected, from assigned geographical area. Provide information and advice about Harvard College and admissions procedures through information sessions conducted in-person and online. Travel may...

Job Summary: Explore an Animal Care Career at Harvard University Cambridge where our animal care programs commitment to excellence in research is unparalleled. You would be working in a state-of-the-art award-winning rodent animal facility. The benefit package at Harvard is exceptional including degree through the extension school. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Perform animal husbandry duties in a complex research environment. Responsible for daily care of various species of laboratory animals including feeding, watering, health observations, and changing and washing cages as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Feed, water, and care for animals categorized as Biosafety Level 1 or 2 and/or have been administered hazardous chemicals Maintain animal rooms and facility in a clean and organized manner Administer special diets and water for research or veterinary purposes Perform treatments and assist research and veterinary...

Job Summary: The Ecological Approaches to Social Emotional Learning (EASEL) Lab, led by Professor Stephanie M. Jones, seeks a full-time Research Assistant to support our team in the Human Development and Education Program at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. The EASEL Lab explores the effects of high-quality social and emotional interventions on the development and achievement of children, youth, teachers, parents, and communities. Our projects aim to advance the field of social and emotional learning through research, practice, and policy.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Research Assistant will support data analysis, data visualization, measurement tasks, writing and publication tasks, and other activities for EASEL Lab research-practice partnerships. Specifically, this position will support current studies with school-based educators in Ukraine, afterschool staff in Nebraska, and with Special Olympics International. This position will involve the following:...

Job Summary: The Development Assistant Specialist is an integral member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) development team. This full-time non-exempt position supports a small portfolio of Major Gifts fundraisers to advance the philanthropic mission of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative and project support to a portfolio of Major Gift fundraisers, including: Managing tasks, workflow, and projects to help meet competing deadlines. Scheduling meetings, anticipating and resolving conflicts, and proactively reviewing calendars so key deadlines are met. Effectively direct the fundraisers on the flow of their day-to-day tasks.  Support all aspects of the prospect management process for assigned fundraisers, including (but not limited to): Gathering, organizing, and maintaining accurate prospect and donor data. Drafting outreach, memos, correspondence, and reports. Preparing...

Job Summary: The Director of Learning Experience and Design serves as a key senior member of the Professional Education (PPE) team at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. The Director joins the Portfolio Director (PD) team and reports to the Senior Portfolio Director. In this critical leadership role, the Director manages the Learning Experience and Design (LXD) team of learning designers and learning technologists to drive the strategic development and continuous improvement of high-quality, learner-centered programs and extensions, focusing primarily on online, hybrid, and on-demand. The Director collaborates closely with the other Portfolio Directors, faculty, practitioners, and external partners to ensure the design and implementation of innovative learning experiences that align with HGSE’s mission and advance its positive impact on the education sector. The Director oversees the program design process—including instructional design and course development—and...

ABOUT HGHI:  The Harvard Global Health Institute (HGHI) is an interfaculty initiative that facilitates collaboration across the Harvard community and partners worldwide to advance global health equity. We tackle the greatest health challenges of our time through innovative transdisciplinary research, education, and partnerships that build knowledge and catalyze positive change in global health. Our team works across Harvard’s schools and international stakeholders to drive impact in global health. POSITION OVERVIEW: Reporting to HGHI’s Executive Director, this role provides essential executive support to the Faculty Director and administrative coordination across the institute. This position will also support the Faculty Director’s appointment at Harvard Medical School. You’ll manage high-stakes logistics, maintain critical relationships within HGHI, across Harvard and externally, and ensure seamless execution of the institute’s mission-critical activities. This position...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Strategic Training Program Manager leads the strategy, design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Financial Administration Department's (FAD) learning and training programs. Serving as FAD's lead for learning strategy, organizational readiness, and user adoption, this role partners with business owners, policy experts, and stakeholders across the University to develop learning solutions that support the successful implementation of new business processes and organizational change initiatives. This position is responsible for the end-to-end management of the learning lifecycle, including needs assessment, instructional design, curriculum development, delivery, evaluation, and continuous improvement for both instructor-led and digital learning experiences. The Strategic Training Program Manager collaborates with Schools, administrative units, and subject matter experts to develop scalable, accessible learning...

Job Summary: This is a dedicated academic librarian position responsible for supporting the research, teaching, and learning related to the study of contemporary China in the social sciences across the university. It combines deep subject knowledge, advanced language skills, and expertise in interdisciplinary perspectives in the social sciences. It provides high-level research assistance, develops a premier collection, and fosters scholarly engagement with counterparts in China and beyond. Across all aspects of the position, research support, teaching, collection building, collaboration, technical services, and management and administration, the position works to ensure that the library remains an indispensable hub for research and learning about contemporary China. This is a part of the Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies, reporting directly to the Faculty Director. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Research and Instruction Support: Provides research consultation...

Job Summary: The Area Manager for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) is responsible for complete facility management of 8 buildings,  225,000 square feet and a budget of 2.6  million. The building portfolio includes graduate dormitories, administrative offices, library collections and a dining facility.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsible for all facilities operations including:  Oversees the maintenance & operations of the facilities to provide a safe home for graduate and undergraduate students.  Regularly interacts with student residents, faculty, and staff responding to occupant building problems/requests promptly and resolving them quickly.  Responsible for budget management, vendor selection, & managing relationships with many Harvard departments. Directs day-to-day activity of custodial staff, building trades, & contractors to assure timely and cost-effective completion of work. Maintains the security of the buildings...

Although the position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of the day on Friday, August 21 , 2026. SUMMARY The HR Analyst and Program Manager is part of the Harvard Library (HL) Human Resources team within Harvard Human Resources.  This role manages key HR functions for Harvard Library (CADM) and FAS Libraries (FAS) and reports to the Associate Director of HR for Harvard Library.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   Position Classification:  Analyze and classify positions (new, vacant, and filled) using Harvard benchmarks and guidelines.  Manage the full classification process, including intake, review, decisions, and communications.  Convene and lead the classification committee; may train HL HR staff on classification.  Serve as subject matter expert for library role classification. Consult with subject matter experts in other functional areas as needed.  Classify roles for annual Association of Research Libraries...

This is a full-time four-year term limited, benefits eligible position. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services of the Schlesinger Library, the Special Collections Backlog Cataloger works within a newly reimagined technical services unit that unites archival technical services with books and published materials. In an environment that supports a cohesive, integrated program for processing, cataloging, acquisitions, and metadata management across all formats, the incumbent will focus on intensive cataloging and metadata creation for books, serials, and ephemera identified as part of a four-year backlog remediation initiative.  The Cataloger will oversee the backlog cataloging project, using project management skills to plan and manage workflow work so that cataloging and description goals are met within the defined project period. The position emphasizes advanced cataloging, original and complex copy cataloging according to current standards and best practices, and the...

Job Summary: The Cavender-Bares Lab research focuses on the physiological and evolutionary dimensions of plant ecology that influence community assembly and ecosystem function. Her team investigates the genetic and evolutionary basis of variation in plant phenotypes and spectral properties that can advance remote sensing of biodiversity, particularly detecting change through time and its consequences for ecosystems. Job-Specific Responsibilities: We seek a full-time lab and field technician to support plant ecophysiological research in the lab and in large-scale field experiments. Prepares matter for analysis and diagnosis. Assists with field work, including plant growth and ecophysiological measurements. Collects and enters data in various formats using Excel, FulcrumApp, R, GitHub, and other platforms. Analyzes data in open source platforms including in R. May use spectroscopy for lab experiments. Prepares and measures specimen for long-term herbarium records....

Provides urgent health care to the University's student, faculty/staff, and retiree populations. Responsible for urgent care visits. Participates in a team with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses to provide high-quality and compassionate care. May participate in teaching residents and medical students. Has outpatient responsibilities for acute and non-acute patient complaints.  Performs problem-based physical exams and orders appropriate laboratory, x-ray, and other diagnostic and medical procedures to meet short-term health care needs. Plans, directs, and coordinates the acute medical care as needed.   Coordinates the appropriate referrals and follow-up care of patients to other health care providers for specialized needs. Educates patients – based on age, gender, psychosocial and cultural context, and overall health of the patient – on illness or its complications and on ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Advises the patient with an illness on the most...

The VP of Finance is a key member of the upper management team responsible for the overall integrity of Harvard FCU’s financial reporting, accounting operations, and collections functions. The VP leads these teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information, strong internal controls, effective asset quality management, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The VP of Finance is a strategic partner to the CFO, supporting balance sheet management, budgeting and forecasting, and enterprise performance measurement in alignment with Harvard FCU’s mission and risk appetite. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Financial Management & Reporting Oversee preparation, accuracy and timeliness of financial statements/management reports (e.g. monthly, quarterly and annual financial packages) Ensure reporting complies with GAAP, NCUA regulations and internal policies Direct preparation and submission of regulatory filings (e.g. NCUA Call Reports, state and...

Join the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team at Harvard University and help champion a culture of safety across research facilities. As a Health Physicist and key member of the Radiation Safety Services team, you will serve as a subject matter expert, providing professional guidance on the safe use of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. In this collaborative role, you will partner directly with researchers to find safe, practical solutions that support their scientific objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance. We are looking for an engaging, service-oriented professional who can communicate effectively across all levels of the University. Work Schedule: This role requires an in-person presence on the Cambridge and Longwood campuses to support laboratories. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with flexibility based on operational needs and scheduled laboratory support. Job-Specific Responsibilities   Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Provide...

Join the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team at Harvard University and help champion a culture of safety across research facilities. As an Associate Health Physicist, you will provide technical expertise and professional guidance for the safe use of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation at Harvard University. In this collaborative role, you will partner directly with researchers to find safe, practical solutions that support their scientific objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance. This position is based in both Cambridge and Boston. It’s an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to build hands-on experience in radiation safety within a research university environment. Work Schedule: This role requires an in-person presence on the Cambridge and Longwood campuses to support laboratories. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with flexibility based on operational needs and scheduled laboratory support. Job-Specific Responsibilities...