206 jobs found in Cambridge

Job Summary: The Myers lab is searching for a technician to provide experimental support for an on-going project aimed at developing antibiotic molecules to treat human infections. Working closely with senior lab members, the technician will primarily be responsible for assisting in the design, execution and analysis of assays that assess in vitro and in vivo antibiotic efficacy, cytotoxicity and on-target engagement. Additionally, the employee will assist with other tasks that support the operation of the overall lab, as described in more detail below.  Strong organizational and communication skills are critical. Final candidates may be asked to demonstrate their technical ability through an in-lab demonstration. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Under supervision of a senior lab member, assist in the growth and maintenance of BSL 1 and BSL 2 bacterial cultures from freezer stocks in preparation for assays. Growth, maintenance and testing of human derived cell lines for...

Job Summary: The Balskus lab is searching for a technician to provide experimental support for an on-going project aimed at understanding bacterial metabolism in the vaginal microbiome. Working closely with senior lab members, the technician will primarily be responsible for assisting in the design, execution and analysis of assays that assess microbial growth, metabolism, and enzymatic activity. Additionally, the employee will assist with other tasks that support the operation of the overall lab, as described in more detail below. The research assistant may work on an independent project, but within specific guidelines. Strong organizational and communication skills are critical. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Under supervision of a senior lab member, assist in the design and execution of assays to assess anaerobic bacterial growth or enzymatic activity. This includes aliquoting clinical samples and testing these samples for enzymatic activity. This will also include...

The Associate Biological Safety Officer (ABSO) is responsible for providing support to the Biosafety Team within the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Office and contributing to a culture of safety at Harvard. This position offers a great opportunity for an entry-level biologist, EHS professional, or person looking for a career transition to gain experience in the biosafety field.  Primary responsibilities include providing technical and field support to the EHS Biosafety Team and assisting in the implementation of programs and services relating to the use of biohazardous materials and/or recombinant and synthetic nucleic acids within Harvard schools. The ABSO will participate in a variety of support tasks and will report to the Associate Director of Biosafety. Duties may include acting as a customer liaison between university clients (such as laboratory principal investigators and research staff), Facilities Management, and EHS. This position provides emergency response...

The Procurement Administrator provides day-to-day procurement support and guidance to the FAS community, helping to ensure purchasing activities are processed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with University policies and procedures. This position serves as a key resource for departments with questions and issues related to the procure-to-pay process, shipping/freight, procurement policies, FAS Amazon Account, and other purchasing-related matters. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Procurement Administrator works collaboratively with the Contract Manager, Sourcing Specialist, and Central Procurement team to support procurement initiatives, resolve departmental needs, and assist with process improvements. The position also provides back-up support to the Card Administrator and may assist with purchasing card administration and related activities as needed. Key Responsibilities Provide responsive, customer-focused procurement support and guidance to FAS departments...

Reporting jointly to the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning and the Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives, the Managing Director, VPAL, is a key leadership position responsible for leading and managing all the Department’s production and administrative staff and functions, including Course Creation, Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, and Technology, as well as oversight of LabXchange.  The Managing Director is a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to the Vice Provost and works closely with them to plan and manage VPAL’s strategic initiatives and develop its short- and long-term financial and operational plans. The Managing Director sees the big picture, thinks strategically with an emphasis on driving strong project management and execution, while balancing day-to-day needs and objectives.  Please note: This is an 18-month benefits eligible term position with the possibility of renewal. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Major responsibilities of the...

The Sponsored Programs Manager will play a central role in the delivery of Research Administration Office (RAO) services, which encompass the entire grant management lifecycle from proposal development to award management to final reporting and closeout. With limited supervision, the Sponsored Programs Manager will oversee (1) the strategic review and approval of sponsored grant and contract proposals and (2) a subset of post-award monitoring and reporting activities, to ensure compliance with HKS, Harvard University, and sponsor policies. Responsible for a portfolio of HKS research centers, this position will serve as a central liaison between HKS faculty/staff and Harvard’s central offices, including the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), Global Support Services (GSS), Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR), Office of the General Council (OGC), and Risk Management and Audit Services (RMAS). The position will report to an Associate Director. The Research Administration...

Job Summary: Lead the delivery of academic affairs operations including faculty support, curriculum management and training. Job-Specific Responsibilities: ·       Faculty Recruitment and Course Development: Establish and maintain relationships with academic departments, recruit faculty, and meet with faculty members expressing interest in teaching engaged scholarship courses and courses for the College’s Certificate for Civic Engagement.  Work with staff and student leaders of public service offices and organizations to leverage existing public service programs and community relationships to experiential course components whenever possible.  Oversee the distribution of funds to faculty to develop new courses. ·       Support for Faculty and Teaching Staff : Support faculty teaching courses in Mindich courses and other engaged scholarship through regular convening of faculty and TFs for practical course support and to create a community of practice for engaged...

Job Summary: The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative, operational, and project support to the Academic Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans for Faculty and Academic Affairs, and the broader Dean’s Office. Working with a high degree of independence, discretion, and professionalism, the position manages complex scheduling, supports faculty governance and academic initiatives, coordinates cross-functional projects, and serves as a key liaison among faculty, academic leadership, and central University offices. This role is critical to ensuring effective communication, efficient operations, and seamless coordination across the Dean’s Office, Office of Academic Affairs, and Administrative Dean’s Office. The Academic Coordinator also partners closely with the Dean’s Executive Assistant to provide integrated support for the Dean’s Office leadership team. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Executive and Administrative Support Provide advanced administrative...

Job Summary: The Undergraduate Program Administrator works in collaboration with the Director of Undergraduate Studies, the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies, and other academic members of the advising team for Archaeology and Social Anthropology. The Undergraduate Program Administrator also serves as Catalog Coordinator for the Department of Anthropology.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Undergraduate Advising: The Undergraduate Program Administrator establishes and implements procedures for ensure smooth functioning of the undergraduate program, comprising between approximately 40-60 students. Advises current and prospective Anthropology concentrators on concentration requirements and other aspects of curricular planning. Participates in and represent Anthropology at college-wide events for undeclared students organized by the Office of Undergraduate Education. and the Advising Programs Office. Liaise with the Advising Programs Office and the Office of...

The Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid plays a vital dual role within HGSE’s Admissions & Aid team, supporting the development, delivery, and evaluation of strategies and processes that attract, enroll, and support a talented, diverse student body. This position independently manages a range of admissions and financial aid activities, with a strong focus on, application evaluation, financial counseling, awarding, and operational systems support. Job-Specific Responsibilities Admissions (30%) Develop and execute a portfolio of domestic recruitment initiatives and contribute to the full-cycle admissions process — from marketing and recruitment to yield and matriculation— with a primary focus on experienced professionals across the U.S. Counsel and advise prospective students about application processes, degree programs, and HGSE’s offerings; represent HGSE at recruitment events on-campus, off-campus, and virtually. Evaluate and recommend candidates for...

Harvard University’s Strategic Procurement Department is a central administrative function that serves all Harvard schools, institutes, and administrative units. Our mission is to create value for Harvard by optimizing the procurement of goods and services while upholding the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and supplier partnership. We manage over $3.5 billion in annual addressable spend and are committed to practices that support balance of trade, environmental sustainability, and the University’s long-term financial health.   Reporting to the Director of Strategic Contracting, the Contracts Strategy Analyst supports contract lifecycle activities across Harvard schools and departments, with a dual focus on complex contract review and transforming lower-complexity contracting work. This role manages high-visibility agreements while driving scalable solutions to improve efficiency across the contracting function. The role also works closely with the Office of...

Independently perform diverse financial analysis for a school/unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting. Core Duties Conduct complex financial analysis and update financial models and projections Analyze and project budgets and financial activity for multiple programs Provide technical advice and problem resolution for a school/unit financial community Enhance, produce and distribute unit-specific planning materials; develop and produce materials to facilitate annual budget planning and financial monitoring of budget-to-actuals at the local level May consolidate local budgets to facilitate the upload process Review financial data and explore options for report development within University financial applications Ensure financial compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations Serve as the primary Authorized requestor providing user security access to...

Job Summary: Manage accounting activities, and provides specialized analysis and financial reporting. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment Establish and monitor effective accounting processes and systems to maintain accounting controls Ensure department's accurate and timely financial reporting Identify operational challenges; research and implement solutions May prepare tax documentation and financial statements Ensure the school/unit financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles Collaborate on the development of new accounting procedures within school/unit that support University wide policies and initiatives Prepare department for annual and interim audits from internal and external firms/agencies Ensure financial compliance with...

Job Summary: The Development Assistant is an integral member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) development team. This full-time non-exempt position supports frontline gift officers to advance the philanthropic mission of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in building their career within higher education and learn more about alumni affairs and development.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Provides support to all aspects of fundraisers’ prospect and volunteer management, including data gathering, input and maintenance; drafting prospect/volunteer outreach, memos, correspondence, and reports. Develops and prepares necessary meeting and solicitation materials prior to prospect meetings and supports post-meeting action items. Achieves proficiency in the alumni/donor database to research prospects, organize data and produce reports. Enters data in an accurate and timely manner.  Partners with gift officers to...

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Nurse Practitioner at HUHS works collaboratively to provide preventive, episodic, and ongoing health care to the adolescent, adult and older adult University Community. The Nurse Practitioner works interdependently within a multidisciplinary team to provide care within their scope of practice as outlined by applicable state law, licensing, regulations, institutional policies, and practice agreements. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Clinical Knowledge: Demonstrates knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation and epidemiology of medical conditions relevant to area of practice. Performs history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for age, gender and clinical problem. Orders appropriate diagnostic studies and correctly interpret the results. Utilizes critical thinking to synthesize and analyze collected data. Develops implements, evaluates...

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) offers building & landscape maintenance and custodial services to Harvard faculty 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. Job-Specific Responsibilities: As described in the customer service level agreement, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Performs routine and specialized cleaning of academic and non-academic spaces, including but not limited to offices, dormitories, laboratories, libraries, athletic facilities, classroom and assembly spaces, restrooms, common areas, and entryways, as assigned. Maintains all assigned areas in a clean, orderly, and sanitary manner. Sanitizes bathroom surfaces, fixtures, and food handling/preparation areas....

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) offers building & landscape maintenance and custodial services to Harvard faculty 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. Job-Specific Responsibilities: As described in the customer service level agreement, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Performs routine and specialized cleaning of academic and non-academic spaces, including but not limited to offices, dormitories, laboratories, libraries, athletic facilities, classroom and assembly spaces, restrooms, common areas, and entryways, as assigned. Maintains all assigned areas in a clean, orderly, and sanitary manner. Sanitizes bathroom surfaces, fixtures, and food handling/preparation areas....

Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) offers building & landscape maintenance and custodial services to Harvard faculty 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. Job-Specific Responsibilities: As described in the customer service level agreement, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Performs routine and specialized cleaning of academic and non-academic spaces, including but not limited to offices, dormitories, laboratories, libraries, athletic facilities, classroom and assembly spaces, restrooms, common areas, and entryways, as assigned. Maintains all assigned areas in a clean, orderly, and sanitary manner. Sanitizes bathroom surfaces, fixtures, and food handling/preparation areas....

Job Summary This position leads a team of Research Portfolio Managers (RPMs) and Senior RPMs, providing expert support and guidance, strategy, and process development with focus on post-award management and compliance with school, university and sponsor guidance.  Profile: Has acquired depth and breadth of specialization within the field. Lead comprehensive operations and serve as a key resource within department or school. May serve in supervisory capacity.  Knowledge: Apply broad and specialized knowledge to develop and refine practices, processes, and metrics. Serve as a subject matter expert or project lead.  Complexity: Lead large and complex projects, often crossing functional boundaries; develop solutions to complex challenges and advise on policy development and implementation. Responsible for advanced analysis and oversight of major initiatives  Autonomy: Develop methodologies for others, consult with senior management on project objectives, mentor...

The Harvard Law School Library advances world-class research and teaching through dynamic, forward-looking, and responsibly stewarded collections. Reporting to the Director for Collections, the Manager for Collection Development & Resource Strategy provides senior-level leadership for the implementation and stewardship of the Harvard Law School Library’s collection development program. This position advances collections strategy through resource selection, fiscal oversight, licensing negotiation, policy implementation, workflow design and collaboration with Harvard Library central offices and other institutional partners. This position supervises two professional librarians and exercises significant professional judgement and discretion in resource selection, policy application, budget management, and staff leadership. The position ensures the coordinated and consistent execution of collection development priorities, supports the continuity of institutional knowledge and...

Hiring Range: $28.00 - $35.00  The posted salary range reflects Eastern’s expected hiring range. Actual pay may vary based on experience, skills, and market factors; additional compensation may apply. Eastern offers a robust benefits and retirement package. Please see the description of benefits included with this job posting for additional information. In conjunction with the Branch Manager, proactively sells the Bank’s products and services to existing customers and prospects, supports the sales efforts of the platform team, ensures superior customer service levels, and assists with the management of the daily operations. Supports efforts of the Branch Manager in leading and developing the team to achieving results. Responsibilities for the Branch Assistant Manager I role include, but are not limited to the following: Under the general direction of the branch manager, assists with the daily management of a banking office. Responsible for achievement of personal sales goals...

The Publicity Assistant supports the publicity efforts of the Press by participating in the planning and execution of seasonal and title-specific publicity plans. They are responsible for the nomination and submission process for the awards program, in collaboration with the Acquisitions department. They also coordinate the purchase of services and payment of invoices for the department. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Publicity (75%) Creates and implements publicity plans for seasonal lists of facing page libraries and distributed books. Independently creates review lists using as reference standard lists; handles review copy requests and media inquiries; creates press materials to pitch assigned titles to a wide variety of media outlets—print, radio, broadcast/podcast—for time-sensitive stories. Assembles and orders print galleys—includes working with outside vendors and coordinating orders among various departments in-house. Handles mailing of galleys and finished books...

The Senior Executive Coordinator will provide high-level support to the James Bryant Conant University Professor, Director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, and Director of the Democratic Knowledge Project at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. They will sit at the nexus of a complex ecosystem of organizations and activities led by the Director and must bring exceptional judgment, discretion, and diplomacy to coordinating a high volume of requests and communications across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, each with different priorities, expectations, and working styles.  The Senior Executive Coordinator will perform a range of support activities including complex calendar coordination; managing incoming requests, including routinely and politely communicating declines and non-availability of the Director; interfacing with faculty, students, staff, external partners, media, and others on...

Reporting to the Property or Area Manager (POA), the Property Operations Assistant is responsible for the day to day oversight of a subset of buildings withing the HUH portfolio. The main role of the POA is to provide/coordinate the maintenance of building services and systems, (HVAC, MEP, etc.), for the smooth operation of a large building or small group of buildings.  The position plays a critical role in ensuring that the properties are operated in a manner consistent with the physical, financial and service standards of Harvard Housing, Campus Services and Harvard University.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Ensures that properties are maintained to the safety and quality standards established by HUH, for all physical aspects of buildings, systems, and grounds Monitor buildings daily and log activity appropriately to ensure that all systems are maintained in good working order: mechanical systems and equipment, heating, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, fixtures,...