251 jobs found in Cambridge

Job Summary: The Department of Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology is seeking an experienced, highly professional, collaborative and proactive Faculty Assistant to provide efficient and effective administrative and programmatic support of varying complexity for the department faculty chair and ancillary support for four to five additional faculty members for Harvard-related business. The Faculty Assistant will perform a wide range of advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative duties that are complex in nature and where sound judgment, independent action and a high degree of initiative are required in resolving issues and making recommendations. The Faculty Assistant will determine methods and procedures on new assignments and projects, and will perform administrative duties in areas such as communications with strategic internal and external partners, coordinate high profile meetings, travels and events, initiate and execute specialized projects, as well as provide...

Job Summary: The Administrative Coordinator (AC) provides general administrative and operational support to the academic units, and may assist or lead departmental projects and initiatives under the guidance of the Manager of Administration (MOA). The AC also provides administrative and project support to the Chairs. Strong in-person presence required. The Administrative Coordinator supports the Department Chairs and MOA in implementing the strategic priorities of the departments. Independently responsible for administrative coordination of an administrative grouping, anticipating and resolving problems independently. Has primary responsibility for office management, departmental projects, events, programs or conferences. Under the guidance of the MOA, may independently lead projects and programs for the grouping. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Office Administration Provide general administrative support to the grouping and faculty in the grouping. Track and maintain...

**This is a 1-year term-limited position with potential for renewal**​​​​​​ Job Summary: Access Services actively supports the teaching and research mission of the Harvard Library by providing circulation, access and borrowing privileges, and other public services as well as operations such as the Harvard Depository, interlibrary loan, digital reserves, and collection management that facilitate virtual and physical access to information resources within and outside the University. Access Services staff members are expected to provide services at the highest level of patron satisfaction while utilizing best practices to meet patron needs. Additionally, Access Services staff members are committed to delivering high-quality customer service; timely access to collections; maintaining the integrity and security of library resources and materials; and accommodating user needs in accordance with the priorities and objectives of the Harvard Library. Under direction, and in support...

Department Overview Situated within the Department of Linguistics, the American Sign Language (ASL) Program is a small but vibrant academic program that encompasses language instruction, research, educational programming, and community engagement activities. The program supports a diverse community of deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students, faculty, and staff and is committed to advancing excellence in ASL education and accessibility.   Position Description The Department of Linguistics seeks a full-time American Sign Language (ASL) Coordinator to support the accessibility, instructional, and programmatic needs of the ASL Program. Reporting to departmental leadership, the ASL Coordinator serves as the primary resource for coordinating and providing interpreting services for deaf and/or hard-of-hearing faculty, staff, and students. This position is responsible for assessing interpreting needs across a range of academic, administrative, and programmatic activities;...

Job Summary: The Faculty Assistant (FA) provides administrative and operational support to faculty to enable effective teaching and research. The FA serves as the primary point of contact for administrative matters and coordinates day-to-day activities. Strong in-person presence required. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Manage calendars, travel, expenses, and daily administrative needs of faculty members Prepare correspondence , reports, and meeting materials Serve as primary administrative support for faculty activities (e.g., events, visitors, purchasing) Route faculty requests to proper functional partner, serving as their main point-of-contact to functional partners and shared service centers Provide support for faculty members directly related to their teaching and research portfolio Provide support for events led by faculty May be responsible for obtaining permissions and copyright registration Updates Canvas course materials when TFs are not available Submit...

Job Summary: The Program Fellow would report to the Deputy Director and support cross-program administrative initiatives. They would work closely with the Directors of Programs and the Manager of Student Development and Evaluation of programming and events. The Program Fellow will collaborate with PBHA’s Non-Profit Management Fellows on program-related communication and student volunteer recruitment. The Program Fellow’s work would center on three key areas: Program Team Administrative Capacity, Community Engagement Support,  Volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention. Beyond the PBHA staff team, the fellow would work with the PBH staff to support student engagement through shared communication efforts and logistical support for department programming focused on student recruiting and engagement. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Program Team Administrative Support  Provide administrative support for program team including project management of cross program...

Job Summary: The Faculty of Arts and Sciences Registrar’s Office (FAS RO) supports the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Harvard College, the Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Enrollment Services Coordinator is a primary point of contact for FAS Registrar’s Office constituents and serves as first line of customer service communication and principal source of information on student and faculty policy. The Coordinator provides high-quality service and contributes to the effective operation of the Registrar’s Office, including supporting all areas of Enrollment Services: student registration and course enrollment, billing, graduation, Administrative Board and Honor Council vote processing, student form processing, and support for non-degree programs. This position independently manages complex student record updates, triages record changes across the...

Job Summary: Manage assessment needs of the student body and the organization of educational, social and cultural activities. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Programming and Events Oversee the development and implementation of an intersectional array of programs and events which account for students’ developmental needs. Develop ongoing mechanisms for feedback from current undergraduates and from alumni to inform program development and implementation. Share responsibility for budget oversight for programs and events. Collaborate with campus partners and act as liaison to other DSO and College offices and programs responsible for student organization, advising, planning and events, etc. Develop learning outcomes and collect and assess program data. Provide programmatic leadership and administrative direction of Harvard Foundation space in Sever Hall. Serve as administrative lead for and advisor to the First-Year International Program, a pre-orientation program for...

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of International and Field Research, this position provides expert operational support for complex domestic and international fieldwork, including research conducted in high-risk, remote, and limited-infrastructure settings environments. Working in close collaboration with the Director of International and Field Research, this role serves as a divisional resource supporting units within the Science Division, as well as other academic divisions as needed, on fieldwork planning, researcher support, risk mitigation, policy interpretation, compliance coordination, and process improvement to enable safe, compliant, and effective research activities. The Assistant Director role plays a key part in implementing divisional approaches to field-based research and educational activities, while ensuring alignment with institutional policies. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Advise on fieldwork operations and researcher support Provide...

Job Summary: The Appointments Coordinators are jointly responsible for processing, updating, and managing the approximately 1200 Teaching Fellow and Teaching Assistant appointments in FAS each term. Responsibilities will be divided between the two Coordinators by FAS academic department. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Submitting TF/TA Aurora actions: The Coordinator will collect hiring information from departments, reach out to prospective hirees, and submit appointment actions in Aurora. The Coordinator will also submit appointment changes as necessary when circumstances change. The Coordinator will be expected to work independently and to collaborate closely with department staff and faculty as necessary to ensure timely appointment processing Reviewing TF/TA Aurora actions: The Coordinator will review TF/TA appointments from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences for compliance with laws and FAS and University policies Serving as a point of contact: The...

Job Summary: The Wagers laboratory studies the biology and function of adult tissue-specific stem cells, particularly those stem cells that form the skeletal muscle and blood.  Current topics under investigation include regulation of stem cell function in normal tissues and under abnormal conditions such as aging and cancer, and methods for editing stem cell genomes using CRISPR/Cas9 for experimental and therapeutic purposes.  The lab is seeking highly motivated candidates to assist in ongoing experiments that include the development and application of novel CRISPR/Cas9 and adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene transfer technologies, mouse work (colony maintenance, husbandry, genotyping, physiological assessment, tissue harvest, etc.), cell culture, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and bioassays of skeletal muscle and hematopoietic cell function. The assistant will also perform a variety of basic and general lab support and clerical tasks, including ordering and stocking of...

Job Summary: The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) at Harvard University seeks an innovative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial Director of Industry Alliances to lead the development and strategic management of relationships between the Sciences Division and industry partners. Reporting directly to the Dean of Science, the Director will build relationships with companies, foundations, investors, and other external organizations to advance research collaborations, educational initiatives, talent development, technology translation, and other strategic opportunities. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted bridge between Harvard faculty industry partners, and where appropriate the Office of Technology and Development.  The Director will identify areas of shared interest and create partnerships that support scientific discovery, innovation, and societal impact. The Director will work across disciplines and Harvard administrative units, including research...

Reporting through Harvard Human Resource Consulting this role serves as the primary HR consultant for Harvard Human Resources and another CADM client area. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Consult with clients on employee relations, recruitment, compensation, learning and development strategies, diversity initiatives, and enhancements to the work environment Provide expert advice and coaching to managers and employees Collaborate with managers, faculty, staff, and bargaining unit representatives to understand business needs and strategically address workplace issues   Partner with leadership on organizational transformations, defining HR goals and associated change management and communications efforts   Lead change processes to create a culture of productivity and engagement   Create and deliver effective human resources programs, learning and development opportunities, initiatives, and offerings to a wide range of audiences   Seek...

Job Summary: The Outreach and Special Projects Coordinator assumes a key support role for all departmental community outreach efforts. They also support a range of special projects and events to bring key stakeholders together to promote civic engagement work at Harvard College through residential engagement and supporting a wide range of campus civic visibility efforts and campus engagement activities Job-Specific Responsibilities: Community Outreach: • Oversees production of the Public Service Weekly newsletter during the fall and spring semesters.  • Works with several campus offices to generate social media content and connects with a variety of key stakeholders across campus and in the community.  • Develops content for promotional materials, annual reports, and program directories. They are specifically responsible for developing content for the department’s annual report and public service directory.  Special Projects:  • Works in collaboration with...

Job Summary: This position is located in the Dean of Students Office, reporting to the Senior Resident Dean, who is in charge of the Student Support Team (SST). The Student Support Team is convened by the Senior Resident Dean to review complex student cases; it brings together representatives from Residential Life, DAO,  Secretary of the College,  HUHS and others on a weekly basis. The Student Support Coordinator will work closely with the Senior Resident Dean to coordinate for students dealing with complex issues that impact their time at the College, including hospitalizations, emergency travel coordination for student and family members, and/or leaves of absence. The Student Support Coordinator interfaces often with the Student Support Team and residential staff, including the Allston Burr Resident Deans, the Resident Deans of First-Year Students, as well as the Dean of Students Office, staff from HUHS/CAMHS, Disability Access Office (DAO), and Housing Office....

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...

The Accounting Financial Associate serves as a primary point of contact for departments and centers, providing accounting support that promotes the accuracy and compliance of financial records. With a strong foundation in accounting principles and university policies, this role is responsible for processing and reviewing journal entries and ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures, accounting standards, audit requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. Working independently with minimal supervision, the Accounting Financial Associate conducts monthly reviews of default transactions and income and expense object code activity, partnering with unit finance staff to identify and process necessary adjustments. Through these activities, this role helps maintain accurate financial records, supports effective internal controls, and contributes to successful internal and external audits. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Independently perform complex...

Job Summary: The Social Innovation and Change Initiative (SICI, pronounced “sigh-see”) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) has an immediate opening for an experienced and motivated Program Coordinator to join a high performing team of faculty, staff, students, and practitioners as they create and execute on projects designed to advance the field of social innovation. Working as an integral part of the Program team, the Program Coordinator is primarily responsible for the successful delivery and execution of SICI’s Social Innovation Fellows Program , in addition to supporting the Beck Visiting Social Innovator (VSI) program, Changemakers Circle, and other educational activities.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Program Coordinator will work as a meaningful thought partner, engaged collaborator, and proactive problem solver throughout the development, execution, and evaluation of educational programs and activities. Responsibilities include: Program Coordination :...

The AI Solutions Architect serves as a critical link between the FAS community and the rapidly evolving landscape of AI capabilities. The Architect leads opportunity discovery, problem definition, stakeholder alignment, and overall solution architecture. Working as a paired team, both the Architect and AI Solutions Engineer contribute hands-on from prototype through product delivery. The Architect contributes to implementation, testing, demonstrations, and production transition; the Engineer holds primary responsibility for detailed engineering, deployment, reliability, and operational readiness. The Architect ensures a clear path to secure, sustainable support. Job-specific Responsibilities:  Engage faculty, researchers, and staff across FAS to identify and frame AI opportunities and define intended outcomes. Lead requirements and tool selection, and design solutions per established patterns and University data, security, and privacy policy. Scope problem statements and...

The Center for International Development (CID) is Harvard University’s hub for cutting-edge research on the world’s most pressing international development issues. Based at Harvard Kennedy School, CID brings researchers and practitioners together across the university to collaborate, using the latest analytical tools to address pressing development challenges. CID organizes global talent worldwide by investing in people, places, and ideas to build a thriving world for all. CID has an opening for a Senior Events Manager to lead the strategy, design, and execution of CID’s public-facing events in Cambridge and globally. This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys developing innovative event strategies that advance CID's mission while also taking ownership of the operational excellence required to deliver exceptional experiences and strengthen global engagement. The Senior Events Manager will serve as the Center’s lead on all CID events and convenings, shaping the overall vision...

Job Summary: At the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University (CEPR) our mission is to transform education through the power of quality evidence. We believe that if we want to dramatically improve educational outcomes for all children, evidence must play a critical role. The Math Teaching and Teacher Learning team at CEPR provides math-specific professional development to teachers and coaches to help improve math instruction. Our current grant-funded projects seek to develop and test an expanded math-specific coach training program (M-Powering Teacher Coaching) that uses machine-learning automated feedback and AI-enhanced coaching tools.  The Data Scientist will contribute to this and other projects that connect rigorous educational research with practical tools for teachers, instructional coaches, and education leaders. This person will oversee, manage, and lead analysis and application of complex datasets, and contribute to the integration of research...

Performs all aspects of landscape maintenance and arboriculture including, but not limited to tree climbing, proper tree pruning techniques, operating bucket truck equipment, organic and conventional care and maintenance of turf, trees, shrubs, and annuals throughout the University. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Interpret soil analysis; develops amendment strategies; modifies organic landscape maintenance programs to achieve desired results.  Performs all aspects of composting operation, including material sourcing, transportation, integration, gestation oversight (agitation and aeration), and liquidation of nutrient sources for use in spray applications.  Performs ongoing maintenance of landscape systems, including aeration, fertilization, renovation (seeding and sodding) of turf; pruning, removal, cabling, and treatment applications (organic and/or conventional fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides) for trees and shrubs; and routine maintenance of irrigation systems....

Harvard Federal Credit Union (Harvard FCU) offers a dynamic, small-business atmosphere where every team member significantly impacts our success. We seek a talented, member-centric individual who will thrive a fast-paced environment. Under the direction of the VP of Retail, the Branch Manager oversees operations, sales, and service at Harvard FCU’s Massachusetts General Hospital branch in Boston, MA. As the primary community contact and brand ambassador, the Branch Manager leads branch staff, fostering high-quality service, efficient operations, and effective sales of Harvard FCU products and services. Job-Specific Responsibilities Commitment to Service Excellence Lead by example by delivering exceptional service to members, and internal teams. Foster a culture of responsiveness, empathy, and thorough follow-through. Ensure operational processes reflect the warmth and attentiveness members expect. Promote seamless, efficient, and supportive internal service interactions....

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid independently performs financial aid activities including evaluating and analyzing financial information submitted by applicants, counseling students on financial matters, and preparing financial aid reporting and analysis in accordance with established federal and University standards and guidelines. Reporting to the Associate Director of Financial Aid, this position is responsible for overseeing assigned programs at Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Administer Financial Aid Evaluates and analyzes financial information submitted by applicants, ensuring data is accurate and compliant, and processes awards. Prepares aid packages and award notifications; administers both Harvard and external grant/fellowship programs; allocates Harvard restricted funds and donor-supported awards in accordance with program guidelines; and supports the...