51 information technology jobs found in Cambridge

The Central Administration (CADM) Project Management Office (PMO) supports the planning and delivery of complex initiatives across the University’s multiple Schools and Units. The Senior Project Manager (PM) is a key member of the CADM PMO and reports to the Assistant Director. The PM manages a portfolio of cross-functional projects based primarily in Financial Administration (FAD) — a Unit within CADM—and plays an important role in supporting decision-making, change adoption, and continuous improvement efforts across the University. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Partner with FAD and other University leaders to implement complex, cross-functional projects with broad organizational impact Manage end-to-end project planning and execution, including timelines, deliverables, business requirements, risks, decisions, and outcomes Manage cross-functional project teams in a complex, decentralized environment, using influence, credibility, and structured problem-solving to drive...

Job Summary: The We-Search Lab at Harvard University, directed by Ashwini Ashokkumar, is seeking a full-time Researcher Assistant with computational and data analysis skills for an exciting series of projects aimed at studying the psychology of political discourse. Projects will involve analyzing natural language datasets to answer research questions about identity processes and group dynamics. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Researcher Assistant's primary responsibilities will include: (1) Collecting and processing large-scale social media or other natural language datasets; (b) Developing and maintaining text analysis pipelines and data analysis scripts; (c) Organizing and maintaining these datasets in shared drives/servers; (d) Developing and leading original projects with the PI or collaborating with lab members on projects; (e) Writing manuscripts and presenting at conferences; and (f) Assisting with maintaining shared lab resources, such as IRB protocols. This...

Design, plan, and implement software and data services that support and enrich research productivity and reliability.  Develop software and data services with researchers to ensure that modern standards of reproducible research are kept. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Harvard Data Science Initiative (HDSI) is hiring a Senior Research Software Engineer (RSE) to support a portfolio of faculty-led research projects under the HDSI–AWS Impact Computing Alliance. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives in research settings and enjoys translating scientific goals into robust, efficient, and reproducible AI/ML systems. Rather than being tied to a single lab, the RSE will provide shared, cross-project engineering support—helping multiple teams accelerate discovery by building and optimizing machine learning infrastructure, improving performance on modern hardware (including AI accelerators), and enabling scalable execution in AWS and HPC environments. Projects may span...

The Director of Operations is a senior strategic leader responsible for the overall operational excellence, financial stewardship, and long-term resilience of Harvard University Dining Services (HUDS). HUDS is a complex, multi-unit organization encompassing residential dining, catering, retail, and administrative operations. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director of Operations provides centralized leadership for business processes, operational systems, technology governance, cross-functional labor relations support, sustainability initiatives, and campus partnerships. The position advances the strategic priorities and vision for HUDS set by the Managing Director. The role modernizes processes, reduces operational and compliance risk, strengthens data-driven decision-making, and ensures seamless execution across all HUDS units. The position has three direct reports who manage business systems. This role plays a critical part in succession planning, organizational...

The Senior Manager for Program Delivery will manage a portfolio of in-person and virtual executive education programs for the Program on Negotiation (PON).  The Senior Manager provides logistical oversight and management of executive education sessions to ensure high-quality courses and programmatic offerings. In this role the Senior Manager for Program Delivery directs staff (both internal and external), makes strategic decisions that effect and impact the success of the program and ensure a seamless participant experience. The Senior Manger establishes and manages expectations with faculty, participants and vendors, serving as a point person between all constituents.   As a Senior Manager for Program Delivery, you will:   Serve as manager and main point of contact of both in-person and virtual programs and responsible for including but not limited to: developing and maintaining strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and external clients, negotiating vendor...

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...

Responsible for the strategic direction of accounting, budgeting and control activities within a school or unit. Enhance the control environment by establishing and monitoring effective processes and systems. The Associate Director of Accounting reports to and backs up the Controller, serving as a key member of the CSFA team. This role leads and coordinates with university partners including but not limited to, Harvard University Housing & Real Estate, the Office of the General Counsel, Office of the Controller, CS Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax office, and Information Technology to address complex accounting issues and align stakeholders. The Associate Director oversees internal controls, tax matters, and compliance with GAAP, University and CS policies, and all relevant regulations, while driving process efficiency through technology and automation. The role requires strong leadership, independent judgment, advanced technical accounting and accounting system skills,...

The Computational Policy Lab at the Shorenstein Center at Harvard Kennedy School is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with specialized expertise in software development, generative AI, and data science. This position is housed within the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy. Through teaching and research at the Kennedy School of Government and its program of visiting fellows, conferences and initiatives, the Center is at the forefront of its area of inquiry.  Application Requirements Applications must include the following, or they will be considered incomplete: Resume Cover letter including: A link to a piece of code on GitHub that you wrote, ideally something that demonstrates your technical skills and you’d enjoy walking us through if you were selected for an interview A short description of the project you linked to Confirmation that you are legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for at least two years...

Professor Goel’s Computational Policy Lab at the Shorenstein Center at Harvard Kennedy School is seeking a Software Engineer with specialized expertise in software development, generative AI, and data science. This position is housed within the Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy. Through teaching and research at the Kennedy School of Government and its program of visiting fellows, conferences and initiatives, the Center is at the forefront of its area of inquiry. Application Requirements Applications must include the following, or they will be considered incomplete: Resume Cover letter including: A link to a piece of code on GitHub that you wrote, ideally something that demonstrates your technical skills and you’d enjoy walking us through if you were selected for an interview A short description of the project you linked to Confirmation that you are legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for at least two years...

Admissions and Enrollment Specialist Responsibilities:  The Admissions and Enrollment Specialist will serve a critical role within Professional Education (PPE) at the Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE), which serves over 15,000 professionals in early childhood, K-12, and higher education around the world each year through a diverse portfolio of 100+ professional learning offerings. Reporting to the Admissions and Engagement Manager, you will manage the engagement, business development, and admissions for a set of programs within an assigned portfolio. You will work closely with accomplished leaders and educators from throughout the world who are seeking professional development through PPE’s programs. You will execute outreach and follow-up to stimulate interest and convert it to enrollment, providing exceptional relationships, service, and guidance. You will own all aspects of the application, review, decision, and enrollment process for a large volume and diverse...

Job Summary: Labor Relations Data and Reporting Analyst at Harvard leveraging strong analytical, communication, and people skills. This role plays a key role in delivering analytics to leaders responsible for strategy and decision-making. A critical aspect of this role is the focus on union data, where you will analyze union membership trends, contract metrics, and other union-related information to inform strategic decisions. Job Specific Duties: Collect, analyze, and disseminate union data across various business subject areas within Harvard. Provide support on diverse analyses and reporting services, including conducting complex statistical and quantitative analyses and presenting data through written reports, oral presentations, and graphical displays. Conducts specialized analysis of union staff data to identify trends and insights, providing actionable recommendations to HR leadership and union representatives. This position will support a variety of operations...

The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) is launching an initiative to build the best-in-class research enablement environment for public policy. Over the next two years, the School will pilot and pressure test strategies and solutions addressing the increasing complexity of the research and research compliance environment. This position will directly support this work. As a member of the Research Computing and Data Services (RCDS) team in Library and Research Services (LRS) at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) and reporting to the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, the Research Infrastructure and Software Engineer will design and build software and platforms for fast, reproducible, and scalable research. You will problem-solve and apply out-of-the-box technical solutions to address the ever-increasing complexity of research and research compliance. You’ll work under the direction of the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, and in close collaboration with LRS...

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 Renewal and will be responsible for managing primarily energy and utility related projects including mechanical and electrical infrastructure upgrades, building system upgrades, and building envelope upgrades. 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 project activities: budget, scope, and...

Job Summary: The Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University seeks a Senior Research Manager to oversee and further develop the analytical work of the Center. CEPR partners with school districts, charter school networks, and state education agencies to bring high quality research methods and data analysis to bear on strategic management and policy decisions. CEPR seeks to transform education through the power of research and evidence. CEPR and its partners believe all students will learn and thrive when education leaders make decisions using evidence, rather than hunches and untested assumptions. In pursuit of this end, CEPR both conducts cutting-edge quantitative research on critical topics for the field and develops new and faster models of education research that can better support education leaders. The SRM will be a critical part of the CEPR team, helping education leaders to learn what’s working and what’s not in education. The Senior Research...

HUIT (Harvard University Information Technology) Finance is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Analyst with experience in budgets, financial modeling and multi-year project management to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will act as a key liaison between Finance and other business units, providing financial insights, analysis, and support to drive informed decision-making. They will play a crucial role in overseeing financial aspects related to operating and sponsored billing projects.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Budgeting and Forecasting:   In coordination with the Director, drive the creation and execution of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Help in development and implementation of strategies for budgeting; forecasting, modeling & projecting; identifying & explaining variances; financial reporting; internal controls; expense reductions; cost containment; and revenue enhancements.  Develop and provide...

Job Summary: Independently perform complex financial administration including budget development, financial analysis, and consultation. Provide recommendations for the use of financial resources. The Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology (HSCRB) is seeking an Accounting and Business Operations (ABO) Manager to support and lead in critical department financial and business operations. In addition to advanced skills and knowledge of financial and business policies, best practices, and platforms, the ideal ABO Manager will have a strong commitment to service leadership, to team and community building, and to providing best possible customer service. Working with ABO team members, other HSCRB staff, and administrative peers across campus, the ABO Manager is key to achieving department goal of improving human health. The ABO Manger position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking grow their technical and leadership skills, mentor a team to success, and support...

Job Summary: The Student Communications Manager serves as the central coordinator and editorial authority for student-facing communications across the Division of Continuing Education, leading a coherent, student-centered communication strategy that supports enrollment, persistence, and retention. This role combines strong relationship and project management skills to align cross-departmental messaging, govern content, timing, and cadence, and continuously improve communication quality and effectiveness across channels.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Student Communications Manager, reporting to the Director of Enrollment and Retention within the Office of Enrollment Management, serves as the central coordinator and editorial authority for student-facing communications across the Division of Continuing Education (DCE). This role combines strong relationship management and project management to lead a coherent, student-centered communication strategy, coordinating...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: University Development and Advancement Solutions (UD&AS) Scope and Structure:  The Office of UD&AS encompasses teams that support the day-to-day management of University-wide alumni affairs and development functions:  Presidential and Provostial Development Activities and Strategy : Develop and guide the strategy for the president's and provost's fundraising priorities and activities.  Principal Giving : Raises eight- and nine-figure gifts to support Harvard fundraising priorities identified by the president, provost, and deans that span disciplines and Schools, as well as School-based priorities.  University-wide Fundraising Programs : Includes central gift planning, international priorities and initiatives, and corporate and foundation relations fundraising teams.  University Research : Provides research and prospect management services to central AA&D and Schools development units.  Office of Gift Administration : Gift...

Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Center for Race, Inequality and Social Equity Studies (CRISES). CRISES is a new center run by Professor Lawrence Bobo and consists of a small team of a Director of Administration & Operations and a Research Scholar. The goal of CRISES is to create a space for scholarship and research on race, racism and society. To accomplish these goals, CRISES will hold events on campus and create a virtual and physical gathering space for research and scholarship. The Program Coordinator will support the Director of Administration and Operations (DAO) and the Research Scholar to organize events, assist with grant proposals and survey research, arrange space and order food for events, coordinate calendars and meetings and other related tasks. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Typical duties include:  CRISES Administrative Support   Serves as principal administrative contact and liaison with...

This position will work closely with a diverse team of scholars who are passionate about conducting collaborative, applied, data-driven research on key priorities in government. This position will be tasked with leading, managing, and executing the core administrative and financial operations required for The People Lab to run effectively and to scale. About The People Lab   The People Lab, led by Professor Elizabeth Linos, is a research lab based at the Harvard Kennedy School that aims to empower the public sector by producing cutting-edge research on the people of government and the communities they are called to serve. Using evidence from public management and insights from behavioral science, we study, design, and test strategies that can solve urgent public sector challenges in three core areas:  Strengthening the government workforce - how to recruit, retain and support diverse talent in the public sector that can effectively and equitably respond to the changing needs...

Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard’s energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center. E&F also provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping, and custodial, to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services.  Within E&F, Engineering & Utilities (E&U) operates and manages energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center, and provides engineering and technical services.   The Operations Center Workstation Operator B is responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the customer service-based University Operations Center, an integrated systems monitoring, dispatch, and...

Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard’s energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center.  E&F also provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping, and custodial, to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services.  Within E&F, Engineering & Utilities (E&U) operates and manages energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, a 24/7 facilities-related call, alarm monitoring, and dispatch center, and provides engineering and technical services.   The Operations Center Workstation Operator B is responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the customer service-based University Operations Center, an integrated systems monitoring, dispatch, and...

The Director of Pedagogy is a senior member of SLATE (Strengthening Learning and Teaching Excellence), the HKS teaching and learning initiative within the Academic Deans’ Office. The position will advance the teaching mission of HKS by leading the design and delivery of a range of pedagogy-related services and programs for HKS faculty.  About SLATE:  As the central hub for teaching at HKS, SLATE helps faculty refine and strengthen teaching practice; develop and disseminate case-based curricular materials; leverage digital learning and educational technology in residential, blended, and online formats, and d) foster teaching innovation at HKS.   About the Role:   The Director of Pedagogy will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of faculty development programs and services. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of coaching and helping faculty in applying evidence-based approaches for course design, promoting active and inclusive...

Reporting to the Associate Provost and Chief Technology Development Officer, the Director of Business Development (DBD) will support OTD’s core mission to 1) commercialize technologies emerging from Harvard labs and 2) secure funding from corporate sources to advance research.  The DBD will be responsible for developing and implementing commercialization plans for technologies in the physical sciences, engineering, applied and computer sciences. This entails assessing the commercial potential and market opportunities for new technologies and formulating strategies for their transfer to society through licensing, startup creation, or partnering with industry. The DBD will manage a portfolio of inventions in diverse fields of technology including materials science, quantum, AI, energy, medical devices, imaging, and nanotech. The DBD will draft term sheets and negotiate license and sponsored research agreements; help create startups and develop relationships with entrepreneurs and...