91 retail associate jobs found in Cambridge

The Belfer Center seeks a Senior Research Associate, Avoiding Great Power War Project to support Graham Allison, the Douglas Dillon Professor of Government at the Harvard Kennedy School and Faculty Chair of the Belfer Center’s Avoiding Great Power War Project. The Senior Research Associate will support and partner with Professor Allison to develop strategy and conceptualize core aspects of the research and convening agenda for the Avoiding Great Power War Project. Including, but not limited to:   Researching and publishing on the Great Rivalry between the U.S. and China. Conducting research on China’s grand strategy, politics, and technology competition. Conducting research on Taiwan and cross-strait relations. Organizing academic year speaker events for the Project.   Publish research on U.S.-China relations, technology, and Chinese politics. Support Professor Allison on China research projects, including Track 1.5/2.0s. In collaboration with the Belfer communications...

The Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery Initiative (H&LS) is dedicated to addressing systemic inequities by developing and advancing visible, lasting, and effective actions grounded in Harvard’s educational mission and guided by the findings and recommendations of the Presidential Committee on Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery. Sara Bleich, Vice Provost for Special Projects, leads the implementation of the recommendations from the report of the Presidential Committee on Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery. Reporting to the Director of Administration (“DA”), the Program Coordinator (“Coordinator”) plays a central role in the day-to-day coordination and successful delivery of H&LS programs. The Coordinator provides highly organized administrative, operational, financial, and participant-facing support across the full program lifecycle, from planning and launch through implementation, evaluation, and closeout. The Coordinator works collaboratively as part of a dedicated...

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping and custodial to a large portion of the University. (FMO) a department of Campus Services, offers primary building maintenance, landscape, fire safety, custodial, and event support services to Harvard schools and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Provides initial response, triage, stabilization and/or repair for all types of building infrastructure maintenance requests, with emphasis on HVAC systems. Inspects, adjusts, modifies, and repairs all types of boilers, heating systems, cooling systems and auxiliary equipment. Interprets mechanical plans and prints and updates as necessary. Monitors, queries, and reports on the status of building systems managed by DDC technology. Initiates follow-up...

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs, the Coordinator for Academic Programs provides high-level administrative, programmatic, and project coordination support for the Academic Programs Office. The position manages complex and confidential administrative responsibilities while coordinating academic initiatives and cross-functional projects that advance Radcliffe’s mission and strategic priorities. Working in an environment with multiple and competing priorities, the Coordinator anticipates needs, organizes information, monitors deadlines, supports decision-making, and facilitates communication among faculty, students, staff, Institute offices, and University partners. The position requires strong judgment, organization, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to move projects forward collaboratively. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Administrative Support — Approximately 50% Provides comprehensive administrative support to the Associate Dean for...

Job Summary: Provide strategic guidance, advice, and leadership to clients on all Human Resources related activities, in support of/or aligned with local business priorities. Job-Specific Responsibilities:   The Senior HR Consultant serves as a strategic partner and consultant within Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences, specifically supporting the undergraduate College. This role works closely with the College’s Dean for Administration and Finance, managers, and leaders within the college to align people strategies with institutional goals and priorities. This role provides advanced guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, performance coaching, talent planning, and complex employee relations issues.   Strategic Partnership & Workforce Planning Serve as the primary HR partner for the Harvard College, building strong, consultative relationships with leadership. Advises on workforce planning, organizational design, staffing models, and role...

The Office for Dispute Resolution (ODR) operates under the Office of the Provost, working in partnership with the University’s Office for Community Support, Non-Discrimination, Rights and Responsibilities (CSNDR), Title IX Resource Coordinators, Local Designated Resources, and other School or unit leadership. ODR is a neutral body that impartially investigates formal complaints of sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, discrimination, bullying, and other rights and responsibilities involving students, staff, faculty, and third parties. Under the supervision of the ODR Associate Director and Investigator, the ODR Fellow assists with the overall operations of ODR. The ODR Fellow will work on cases with experienced professional Investigators, gaining knowledge and developing skills in the area of civil rights and other rules of conduct in both the education and employment arenas, with a primary focus on Title IX, Title VI, and related state and federal civil rights laws. The ODR...

Job Summary: The Communications & Marketing Services Specialist provides strategic communications and marketing support to departments across the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS). Working in partnership with departmental leaders and stakeholders, the Specialist advises on effective communications approaches, develops and executes content and marketing initiatives, and manages digital communications channels to enhance visibility, engagement, and audience reach. The role is responsible for planning, creating, and maintaining a wide range of communications materials, including web content, e-newsletters, event promotion, and digital campaigns. The Specialist manages communications workflows, prioritizes incoming requests, and coordinates projects to ensure timely, high-quality delivery aligned with institutional goals, accessibility requirements, and brand standards. Reporting to the Associate Director, Communications & Marketing Services, this position serves as a...

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO), a division within Campus Services (CS), provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including primary building maintenance, landscape, fire safety, custodial, recycling and waste, and event support services to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering and technical services. All services are provided in strict accordance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards, with cost recovery through a fee-for-service model. Working closely with FMO leadership and staff, this position provides analytical, business modeling, business process, and project management support to the FMO organization across all operating departments. By developing a strong understanding of FMO business areas and operational workflows, this role translates operational data into meaningful insights and opportunities for process and service improvement The Facilities Maintenance and Operations Planner/Scheduler is responsible for...

Job Summary: The Researcher Affairs Specialist administers a portfolio of researcher appointments and serves as a primary resource for faculty, principal investigators, departments, research centers, and researchers throughout the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS). The position is responsible for managing researcher appointments throughout the employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, appointment changes, visa coordination, payroll-related transactions, compliance monitoring, and issue resolution.  Working in partnership with University administrative offices, the Researcher Affairs Specialist ensures researcher personnel actions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with University policies, collective bargaining agreements, immigration regulations, and applicable federal and state employment laws. The position requires exceptional organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a strong customer service orientation while supporting...

Job Summary: The Davis Center is the gateway for interdisciplinary study of Russia, Eurasia, and Eastern Europe at Harvard University. Our collaborative community of faculty, scholars, students, and staff, push the boundaries of accessible, interdisciplinary work on Eurasia through world-leading innovative scholarship, creative teaching, and broad learning. With a dedicated mission to advance research from across our field at Harvard and beyond, we educate future leaders of all ages—from K-14 to our wider community—who will make enduring contributions and want to apply deep knowledge to contemporary problems in the region. The Davis Center values creativity, vigorous scholarly engagement, and a collaborative team environment. We seek a dynamic self-starter with a passion for storytelling, translating complex topics into accessible narratives in multiple formats, and engaging with our community.  This position reports to the Davis Center’s Associate Director. Job-Specific...

NOTE: This is a vacation relief position required to cover vacations and other absences A specifically trained mechanic, skilled in the trade of operating and servicing chilled water generation/distribution systems and related equipment/components.   Responsible for maintaining an intimate knowledge of such systems and identifying and resolving problems associated with each system consistent with recognized trade practices, industry standards, codes/jurisdictional authorities, and University guidelines/practices.   Also required to perform, as directed, other skills of the trade and related duties associated with the operation and maintenance of steam equipment and distribution systems, water/drainage distribution systems, and other related systems.   Must maintain work area, tools and equipment in accordance with University standards/practices. Required to work independently and/or with others under the guidance of the Associate Manager and/or Working Foreman....

Under the leadership of Terrie and Bradley Bloom Artistic Director Diane Paulus and Managing Director Anna Fitzloff, the A.R.T. seeks to expand the boundaries of theatre by producing events that immerse audiences in transformative theatrical experiences.  Reporting to the Producer, the Line Producer is a key member of the Artistic and Producing teams responsible for directly overseeing A.R.T.’s core artistic projects, which are a large and central piece of how A.R.T. advances its mission to expand the boundaries of theater. The Line Producer focuses much of their time supporting the producing department on both administrative tasks as well as the creation and stewardship of deep relationships with artists developing work at A.R.T. This support encompasses current programmatic offerings at the A.R.T. as well as building foundations for future season programming. While artists are under contract, the Line Producer serves as a secondary supervisor, advancing projects in the near term...

**Although the position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of the day on Monday, November 16, 2026.** Job Summary: Reporting to the Chief of Administrative Operations (CAO) for Harvard Library, and working closely with the Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Controller, Senior Director of Human Resources, Director of Building Operations, and Senior Director of Administrative Operations, this role will provide overall business operations leadership and direct management for financial administration, facilities, human resources, and other areas vital for the operational and strategic success of Harvard Library (CADM and FAS). This role will lead and execute key Harvard Library wide initiatives and projects for the Chief of Administrative Operations and manage complex business operations.  The initial focus is the archives and special collections portfolio reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL)...

This full-time exempt position in the Harvard College Fund reports to a Managing Director of Development, Reunions and is responsible for planning and executing class reunion fundraising efforts for one reunion class per year (varying between the 5th and 50th), working closely with staff and alumni leaders to manage volunteer committees to maximize dollar and participation results. S/he secures both capital and annual support from alumni with an emphasis on support for the College, but also for other FAS and University priorities. The class officer is responsible for developing and implementing class-wide fundraising plans and individual prospect strategies. Travels occasionally over the course of the year to survey, solicit, and coordinate top donor prospects and volunteer leaders. This position requires a command of basic fundraising principles, a high level of organization, professionalism, and a broad familiarity with the objectives of volunteer management, and annual, capital,...

**Although the position will remain posted until filled, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the end of the day on Monday, November 23, 2026.** Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Associate Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) serves as a strategic finance leader for Harvard College Library, providing leadership in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, multi-year financial planning, capital planning, fund management, and decision support across a diverse portfolio of operating, endowment, and restricted funds. Reporting to the Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Associate Director leads the Harvard College Library financial portfolio and supervises members of the FP&A team. The Associate Director partners closely with library leadership, budget managers, Accounting, VPDR, FAS Finance, and other University stakeholders to provide strategic financial guidance, strengthen financial stewardship, develop staff,...

This full-time, exempt position reports to the Senior Associate Director of Development, Annual Programs, for the Harvard College Fund (HCF). They plan and execute fundraising initiatives for College alumni one to nine years out from graduation, excluding those celebrating their fifth reunion. Working closely with staff and alumni leaders, the Assistant Director identifies, recruits, and manages the Recent Graduate Leadership Committee—a diverse and inclusive group of volunteers who model giving and service, engage their peers, and encourage participation in the Harvard community. The Assistant Director cultivates and solicits annual support for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, with a particular emphasis on flexible, current-use gifts to HCF, and occasionally travels to meet with alumni donor prospects and volunteer leaders. This position requires a command of basic fundraising principles, a high level of organization, professionalism, and a broad familiarity with the objectives...

Job Summary: Independently perform complex financial administration including budget development, financial analysis, and consultation. Provide recommendations for the use of financial resources. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Finance Administrator serves as the primary financial advisor for an academic department or center or group of units within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Reporting to the Divisional Finance Manager aligned to the academic division, with a dotted line to the academic leader(s) for the unit(s), this role partners closely with faculty, program leaders, and senior administrators to support strategic decision-making through financial planning, analysis and stewardship.  The Financial Administrator oversees all aspects of departmental or center finances, including budgeting, forecasting, proper expense recognition, sponsored and non-sponsored funds, endowments, gifts, and unrestricted resources. Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial...

This is a half-time, 17.5 hours per week, fully benefits eligible position. Reporting to the marketing manager at Harvard Radcliffe Institute (HRI), the marketing coordinator is critical in reaching local, regional, national, and international audiences for all public conferences, exhibitions, lectures, and fellowship talks hosted by HRI. The marketing coordinator will develop and implement event marketing strategies, including producing a range of marketing materials for use on multiple platforms, maintaining contacts and program evaluation databases, coordinating all event outreach efforts, and working with individuals across HRI and Harvard University to support successful events. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized multitasker, relationship builder and facilitator, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment. They will have experience taking direction around goals and working both collaboratively and independently to achieve desired outcomes, incorporating...

The Director of Financial Management and Planning oversees the financial administration of the Ash Center and all its affiliated programs and initiatives, whose activities are supported by a large portfolio of current use gift funds, federal and non-federal sponsored awards, and endowment funds. Candidates must demonstrate high-level experience in financial strategy and administration, exceptional judgment, and willingness to approach problems with creativity and collegiality. The Ash Center is a global community committed to rigor, curiosity, and integrity that believes diverse perspectives and lived experiences are essential to understanding real-world problems. We actively seek candidates who share our commitment and values. Reporting to the Ash Center Executive Director, the Director of Financial Management and Planning is a key member of the Ash Center leadership team. They work closely with the Center Faculty Director as well as key faculty and senior program staff to ensure...

The Project Manager – Network is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of network infrastructure projects across campus, including LAN/WAN, wireless, structured cabling, and data center connectivity work. This role leads project execution for a defined set of Network Services initiatives, coordinating closely with engineering, security, vendors, and campus stakeholders to ensure that projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget.  This position ensures that network-related projects and initiatives are well-managed, clearly documented, and operationally sound. The Project Manager partners closely with Network Engineering leadership, service owners, campus IT partners, and vendors to translate project requirements into executable plans, track delivery, manage risk, and support consistent, repeatable project practices. In addition, The Project Manager also oversees IT scope on capital construction and renovation projects, from design through installation, applying...

Reporting to the Senior Director of Priorities and Initiatives, this full-time non-exempt position in the University Development Office supports the work of the Senior Director and Senior Associate Director. The Development Assistant serves as principal administrative contact and liaison for external and internal constituencies including donors, alumni, faculty, senior academic leaders, and Harvard University colleagues. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Provide general administrative support, efficiently responding to phone and email inquiries. Assist managers with managing projects, tasks and workflow. Schedule meetings and update managers on all schedule changes and progress frequently. Anticipate and resolve scheduling conflicts and proactively review calendars with managers to ensure key deadlines can be met. Anticipate agenda needs and initiate their development and distribution. Draft a high volume of correspondence, contact reports, meeting agendas, and memos. Manage...

Job Summary: Manage finance, accounting, and budget or other functional operations such as accounts payable or receivable, payroll, procurement, capital projects, endowment funding, or sponsored/non-sponsored research. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Financial Operations Manager leads a team of approximately 10–15 Finance Associates and Senior Finance Associates responsible for delivering high-quality financial operations and customer service to academic departments and centers across the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS). Reporting to the Divisional Director of Finance, the Manager is responsible for supervising staff, ensuring consistent service delivery, maintaining compliance with university and sponsor policies, and driving continuous improvement in financial operations. The Manager serves as a coach, mentor, and operational leader, helping staff navigate complex financial issues while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and exceptional customer...

The Communications & Engagement Specialist develops and delivers communications that advance Harvard Human Resources (HHR) programs, services, and organizational priorities. Reporting to the Associate Director of Communications, this position works with HHR subject matter experts and stakeholders across a broad range of HR topics and audiences and provides operational support for key communications functions. The successful candidate is a strong writer and highly organized communications professional who enjoys hands-on execution. They bring strong project management skills, digital marketing expertise, attention to detail, and sound editorial judgment. This role regularly works with confidential and sensitive information and requires discretion and sound judgment. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Communications & Content Support communications planning and content development for HHR teams across areas such as labor and employee relations, benefits and wellbeing,...

Harvard Capital Projects (HCP) is an internal resource for the Harvard community providing project management services across the entire campus. HCP works collaboratively with a variety of Harvard Schools and Departments, providing project management services for a variety of campus renewal, campus growth, and development and undergraduate house renewal projects. HCP prides itself on being a center of excellence for capital project delivery.  The Project Manager reports to the Associate Director for Campus Growth and Redevelopment and will be responsible for managing scope within a large project team or independent projects primarily focused on architecture and design, including new construction, full/partial renovations, additions, and interiors. . The project manager may also manage tenant fit outs for both academic and commercial use. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Project Management Works independently and successfully manage, in whole or in part as assigned, core...