318 jobs found in Wakefield, MA

The High Tension Technician will work in the Campus Services Electrical Distribution Group. Will be involved in all aspects of testing and calibration of the installation, operations, metering, and maintenance of Harvard University's low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, to ensure safe and reliable delivery of electric power to the campus Physical Requirements: The candidate must be physically fit and able to climb staging and ladders, lift manhole covers, and maneuver power circuit breakers. The candidate may be required to bend, reach, and hold position for extended periods of time. Occasional heavy lifting and considerable walking, climbing, and stooping are involved. The candidate must be capable of wearing a full body harness for confined space work and be able to pass a medical physical. Working Conditions: Emergency Status Designation : Critical Operations Personnel Qualifications Basic Qualifications:   The candidate must have a Massachusetts...

Technician to work in the Campus Services Electrical Distribution Group. Will be involved in all aspects of testing and calibration, as well as the installation, operation, metering, and maintenance of Harvard University's low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electric power to the campus. Physical Requirements: The candidate must be physically fit and able to climb staging and ladders, lift manhole covers, and maneuver power circuit breakers. The candidate may be required to bend, reach, and hold position for extended periods of time. Occasional heavy lifting and considerable walking, climbing, and stooping are involved. The candidate must be capable of wearing a full body harness for confined space work and be able to pass a medical physical. Working Conditions: Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel Qualifications Basic Qualifications: The candidate must have a Massachusetts...

  Job Summary: The High Tension Electrician will work as part of the Campus Services Electrical Distribution Group. The position is involved in all aspects of installing, operating, metering, and maintaining Harvard University’s low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of electric power to the campus. Position Description: Work with electrical distribution systems and equipment (up to 15KV) that include, but is not limited to, underground manholes and ductbanks, control wiring and power cable systems, distribution type transformers, air and gas filled primary disconnect switches, power circuit breakers and switchgear, capacitor banks, power fuses, stationary control battery banks, protective relaying and metering, and electrical enclosures and controls. Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices and perform work in accordance with recognized trade and University standards.   Performs other core...

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 provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping, and custodial services to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services.  Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) a department within E&F, 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 Responsibilities: Installs, modifies, and repairs all types of cooling and refrigeration systems and auxiliary equipment.  Fabricates, installs, modifies and...

Job Summary: The Executive Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for the Social Science’s Divisional Dean’s Office and provides high-level administrative and executive support for the Dean and their senior leadership team. The Executive Coordinator reports to the Director of Strategy and Programs. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Office Administration and Operations Oversee and manage the day-to-day operation of the Division's main office. Oversee the comprehensive planning, coordination, and execution of complex recurring meetings and events for the Divisional Office, including managing scheduling, logistics, stakeholder communications, and operational details to ensure seamless delivery. Serves as the primary point of contact for the Social Sciences Dean’s Office by greeting visitors and guests in a welcoming and professional manner, answering phones, and fielding general inquiries. Maintains up-to-date mailing and distribution lists and assists with the...

Job Summary: Research in the Gaab Lab (www.gaablab.com) focuses on typical and atypical learning trajectories from infancy to adulthood with a special focus on language, reading, and math development and the role of the environment in shaping these trajectories. The lab specializes in developmental cognitive neuroscience within a preventive education and learning disability framework and has a strong translational aspect focused on policy.  We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to assist with all study phases of functional and structural MRI/ behavioral testing for several projects. This position is ideal for anyone considering future graduate study in cognitive (developmental) neuroscience, psychology, cognitive science, and/or education. Job-Specific Responsibilities: 1.    Collects magnetic resonance imaging data in individuals age 0-18. Collect project data, acquiring it through observation, structured interviews, library research, data processing methods, or...

Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Chief of Marketing & Operations, FAS, the Director of Internal Communications leads the strategy and execution of comprehensive employee communications that advance FAS priorities, strengthen connection across the organization, and support an informed and engaged community. The Director serves as the primary voice for internal news, announcements, leadership communications, and employee-facing campaigns; oversees communications across email, digital, multimedia, and live events; and partners with academic and administrative leaders to reach faculty, researchers, and staff across a large, complex, and decentralized organization. The Director leads the editorial strategy and day-to-day management of The FAS Reporter, one of FAS’s central employee communications vehicles, and partners closely with the Director of Marketing on its channels, presentation, accuracy, and evolution. The Director also leads emergency communications, manages...

Job Summary: Provide leadership in advocating for and expanding the use of data analytics; lead a variety of projects, data consulting, and quantitative analysis services to a broad range of clients. Support strategic objectives based on an informed, fact-based, and analytical understanding. Focus on big-picture and strategic issues; develop policy. Projects are large, complex, and multi-faceted. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Data Scientist will have two responsibilities. The first is to conduct economic and statistical analysis to support evidence-based investments and cost-benefit evaluation to promote economic mobility. The person in this role will design and implement statistical and econometric models to estimate program impacts, develop financial models of returns to program investments, and conduct cost-benefit and impact analyses. The second objective is to translate findings from these analyses and other ongoing research at Opportunity Insights into...

Please note:  as of November 1, 2026, we are actively recruiting for this position and accepting applications until the role is filled. The Chief Research Enablement Officer (CREO) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the full research enterprise at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS).  Reporting to the Executive Dean, the CREO oversees the core services and functions that support research enablement for HKS faculty, students, and fellows. These core functions include research administration (sponsored awards and compliance), research computing and data services, and library collections, services and programs. Reporting to the CREO are the Executive Director of Research Administration, the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, the Director of HKS Library Services, the Manager of Community Engagement & Special Projects, and the Senior Administrative Coordinator. The position is responsible for aligning these units into a cohesive ecosystem that...

Job Summary: Lead a team of exempt and hourly employees in the successful execution of a multi-unit food operation. ​​​​​​​ Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Employee and Labor Management Provide leadership and direction to a diverse team of exempt and unionized, non-exempt workforce. Develop and maintain a positive and collaborative working environment that promotes, open communication, consistency, fairness and opportunities for continuous learning while achieving the vision and mission of HUDS and the University. Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with front line service staff via regular meetings, two-way communication, timely feedback, collaboration, and consistent visibility in the work unit. Develop and maintain professional relationships with Union Shop Stewards. Interview candidates and hire based on approved staffing pattern. Complete probationary employee evaluation form as required....

Job Summary: Provide leadership and direction to a team of exempt and hourly employees in the successful execution of a food service operation. Develop and maintain a positive and collaborative working environment that promotes, open communication, consistency, fairness and opportunities for continuous learning while achieving the vision and mission of HUDS and the University. Job-Specific Responsibilities (include but not limited to): Operational Management Lead exempt management teams and non-exempt service staff in the overall management of a residential dining unit in full compliance with all food, occupational safety rules and regulations and customer service expectations.  Ensures high standards are consistently met via the implementation of all HUDS and University quality assurance policies and procedures related to food, sanitation, equipment and facility maintenance and management, safety, etc.    In collaboration with the Sous Chef, implement and monitor...

Job Summary: Manage and plan academic affairs operations including faculty support, curriculum management and training. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Arts & Humanities Education, the Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies manages and plans academic affairs operations in the interdisciplinary humanities encompassing three academic units, including: the Committees on Degrees in History & Literature; Ethnicity, Migration, Rights; and Folklore & Mythology. The individual manages academic advisers in each concentration and oversees undergraduate programming.   Administrative team leadership Responsible for effective academic staff management, including hiring, onboarding, training and development, workflow, and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment Strategic partnership Acts as lead contact for all aspects related to the interdisciplinary undergraduate programs...

Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Director of Building Planning and Operations, the Assistant Director oversees daily physical plant operations, routine facility maintenance, campus space operations, and vendor/contractor activities across the campus portfolio. Leveraging a strong technical background in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, this role prioritizes daily facility performance, operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure health in a complex, occupied institutional environment. Additionally, the Assistant Director manages assigned capital, expense, and non-capital space and campus improvement projects, ensuring that construction, move management, and maintenance activities are seamlessly integrated into daily facility operations with minimal disruption to the campus community. This position directly supervises operational staff and serves as a key leader in emergency response and building continuity.  Job-Specific...

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: Facilitate diverse financial analysis for a school/unit and assist department management with their financial planning efforts, budget analysis and monthly reporting. Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Senior Financial Analyst supports the oversight and management of the day-to-day financial responsibilities of the organization, including review of A/P, entering journals, reconciling expense charges, conducting analysis on both capital and operating budgets across all FAS Tubs, asset management, liaising with Campus Services, and conducting monthly reporting. This position: Supports the Office of Physical Resources and Planning (OPRP) Finance Team by providing reporting and analysis as needed, including quarterly closings, flux analysis, monthly budget to actuals and forecasting of O & M and capital projects, journals, and lease payments. Will assist in creating and monitoring the $150M capital and $165M O&M budget by participating in the operating...

This full-time, exempt position is a member of the FAS Major Gifts team and reports to the Deputy Director of Development, FAS Major Gifts. The incumbent will be charged with developing and executing sophisticated cultivation and solicitation strategies leading to the realization of six and seven-figure major gifts from an assigned portfolio of approximately 100+ alumni and parent prospect households on the West Coast. The Regional Director will partner with colleagues in the Principal Gifts, Major Gifts, Gift Planning, and Harvard College Fund teams, and with volunteers and others throughout AA&D to encourage major gift level support (beginning at $25,000 annually or in the form of $250,000+ multi-year pledges) across the FAS.  At maturity, this role will generate $5 million+ per year. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Manage a targeted portfolio of 100+ households in the West Coast region.  Responsible for meeting or exceeding assigned goals, including, but not...

Job Summary: Under the direction of the PI and senior scientists, the Laboratory Technician will be responsible for the daily maintenance of human pluripotent stem cells and 3D cerebral organoids to study human cortical development and neurodevelopmental disorders in vitro.   Job-Specific Responsibilities: Using established technical procedures, the Lab Technician will record results of experiments, prepare matter for analysis and diagnosis, and assist with performing molecular/phenotypic characterizations, and tissue histology, depending on time constraints and the needs of the lab. The Laboratory Technician will also assist with and perform other related duties and general laboratory tasks, depending on time constraints and the needs of the lab. This position is ideal for candidates interested in the burgeoning stem cell field and is a unique opportunity for interacting in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment and to be trained in a variety of experimental...

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Senior Director of Finance will be responsible for the overall financial health, planning and management of the organization by providing financial projections, managing all accounting-related services, budgets, and financial reports, and directing staff. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Senior Director of Finance will work with leadership cross-functionally on creating annual financial plans, aligning financial plans with strategic objectives, establishing reliable projections, defining, measuring, and communicating key benchmarks, supporting financial review meetings, and being involved in discussions of other ad hoc projects. This role is responsible for the accounting and financial systems and processes of a new university-wide catalog, registration, and payment system (CRP), which serves as the e-commerce, CRM, and administrative system to support VPAL’s online learning delivery platforms. Job-Specific Responsibilities:...

Job Summary: The Marketing Manager partners with ALI leadership to develop and execute integrated marketing and communications strategies which advance the visibility, reputation, engagement, and impact of the Initiative. The Marketing Manager will serve as ALI’s lead day-to-day marketing resource and a trusted thought partner to leadership, translating the Initiative’s mission, distinctive Fellowship experience, community, and impact into compelling communications for prospective Fellows, current participants, alumni, faculty, partner organizations, and other external audiences. This is a broad, integrated marketing role offering the selected candidate meaningful and gratifying impact on program growth and development through the combination of strategic planning with hands-on execution across brand and positioning, recruitment marketing and partnership development, content and storytelling, digital communications, social media, events, community engagement, and analytics....

Job Summary: Direct and provide strategic human resources consulting services in the area of complex employee relations matters, organizational design and development, change management, recruitment, compensation, learning and development strategies, and diversity initiatives; broker these services as needed. Job-Specific Responsibilities:   Portfolio Leadership & Strategic HR Partnership May serve as the senior HR partner for an assigned portfolio of FAS departments/centers, building strong advisory relationships with chairs, directors of administration, and other leaders. Responsible for ensuring strong service delivery across the portfolios and managing complex issue escalation. Translate FAS and departmental strategies into HR priorities and plans for the portfolio (e.g., workforce planning, staffing models, organizational design). Provide strategic consultation on talent needs, organizational changes, and workforce implications of academic or administrative...

Job-Specific Responsibilities: The Office of the Controller (OC) within Harvard University’s Financial Administration Department is dedicated to supporting the teaching, research and service missions of the Harvard community by providing efficient and effective financial and administrative services, by enabling access to information and resources, and by promoting the financial health and security of each unit and of the University as a whole. The Senior Tax Analyst, Reporting facilitates Harvard’s tax accounting and reporting activities in accordance with U.S. and state tax requirements. They provide guidance to schools/units on tax compliance. The Senior Tax Analyst, Reporting performs complex and diverse tax and financial analysis in support of the University’s various tax filing requirements. This position reports to the Tax Reporting Manager. As the Tax Office continues to streamline its processes, this role will have the opportunity to contribute to a broader range of...

The Office of Financial Services (OFS) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) seeks a talented financial professional to join its budget team as a Financial Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, the Financial Analyst will collaborate with a team of analysts to support the School's financial planning, budgeting, and analysis activities. OFS supports decision-making in key areas of financial management and strategic planning. The person in this role will facilitate communication, analysis, and reporting related to the financial performance of HKS departments and centers. The ideal candidate brings strong financial, analytical, and technical skills and can work effectively with stakeholders who have varying levels of financial knowledge. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Use the Harvard University Budget System (HUBS) and other financial data systems to pull, combine, reconcile, and upload information from multiple...

**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,...

**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)...