2582 associate director jobs found

The Associate Director, Payroll Operations and Shared Services reports to the Director of Tax, Payroll, and Policy and leads central payroll processing, payroll operations compliance, and consistent payroll service delivery across central and shared services environments. The role serves as the University’s senior payroll operations and compliance subject matter expert, supporting accurate, timely, controlled, and policy-compliant payroll across schools and units.  This position manages the central payroll processing and customer service teams and establishes the standards, controls, escalation paths, training, and performance measures needed to support consistent payroll service delivery across central and emerging shared services environments. As the shared services model evolves, the role is expected to assume expanded direct management and/or functional oversight responsibilities for payroll shared services.  The role partners with Human Resources, school and unit finance...

Job Summary: The mission of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is to advance the public's health through learning, discovery and communication. To pursue the mission, the school produces knowledge through research then translates this knowledge into evidence that can be communicated to the public, policymakers, and practitioners to advance the health of populations. The Sponsored Programs Administration office supports the school's mission by serving as a central resource for the research community through the provision of expertise and leadership in obtaining and managing research funds. It acts as the institutional representative of the President and Fellows of Harvard College for the administration of sponsored projects for the school. The Sponsored Programs Administration office is comprised of research administrators that work in partnership with faculty to review and submit proposals, review and negotiate awards/contracts, and provide oversight during an...

Responsible for directing the daily operations and building facilities of Parking Services across the Cambridge and Allston campuses. This position oversees both the customer-facing parking operation and the physical condition and functionality of lots and garages. Responsible for overseeing the daily parking front line operations staff that provide customer service, and enforcement in parking facilities and lots. The Associate Director supervises the Operations Managers of Parking, the Facilities Assistant, and parking monitors, the Parking Systems Specialist and works closely with the Managing Director of Transportation, Associate Director of Parking and CommuterChoice and the Campus Service Center, HUIT,  Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO), Engineering & Utilities (E&U), Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), and other internal and external partners to ensure a safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation.   Job-Specific Responsibilities:  Operational...

Job Summary: The Faculty of Arts and Sciences Office for Academic Culture and Community (FAS OACC) was formally launched in Summer 2025 to drive and strengthen engagement across the FAS’s dynamic community of students, faculty, staff, researchers, and affiliates.  To advance the FAS’s commitment to: “foster[ing] an environment of ambition, curiosity, and a shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience,” the OACC will envision, plan, consult, implement, and curate a suite of cross-cutting initiatives, programs, workshops, placemaking experiences, and visual culture renewal projects that foster connections, deepens engagement and dialogue, stewards cross-institutional partnerships, and employs collaborative, creative, and responsive  approaches to enhance academic culture, community dynamics, and the overarching  campus ethos.   Reporting...

Harvard Medical School (HMS) seeks an Associate Director of Prospect Research to play a key role in advancing our fundraising strategy through high-quality pipeline development, prospect research, due diligence, and data driven insights. Reporting to the Director of Development/Prospect Research, the Associate Director helps to develop proactive prospecting and pipeline development strategies utilizing data mining, predictive modeling, relationship mapping, and assists the team in effectively utilizing data and modern tools—including AI enabled solutions—to work more efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate is an experienced research professional who is comfortable working with large datasets; has strong analytical and writing skills; exercises excellent judgment around reputational risk; and is curious about how emerging technologies can responsibly support research and decision making. Key Responsibilities: Prospect Management and Pipeline Development Partner with...

Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Communications and Marketing of Harvard Innovation Labs (HIL) and in partnership with other members of our full-service marketing and communications team, the Associate Director will lead the art direction and design projects that successfully communicate the HIL brand and offerings across a variety of platforms, impact stories of HIL ventures, as well as telling the story of “innovation at Harvard”.   The Associate Director will apply a well-tuned design vision, contemporary expertise in visual branding across platforms and use cases, and high-quality design skills to drive the mission and goals of the HIL. This role is a leader in creating accessible, inclusive, and welcoming design collateral for informational and marketing needs across all three labs and tailored to diverse stakeholders including: prospective Harvard students, student and alumni members, faculty, staff, and the greater innovation community in Boston and beyond. In...

Job Summary: The mission of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is to advance the public's health through learning, discovery and communication. To pursue the mission, the school produces knowledge through research then translates this knowledge into evidence that can be communicated to the public, policymakers, and practitioners to advance the health of populations. The Office of Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) supports the School's mission by serving as a central resource for the research community through the provision of expertise and leadership in obtaining and managing research funds. It acts as the institutional representative of the President and Fellows of Harvard College for the administration of sponsored projects for the school. SPA is comprised of research administrators that work in partnership with faculty to review and submit proposals for funding and to ensure that proposals and then awards conform and are managed according to sponsor...

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Team: The Financial Services team within S&P Global Ratings operates as a globally distributed sector team focused on banks, brokers, exchanges, and clearinghouses in Canada and the U.S. Our team values analytical excellence, collaborative relationships, and strategic thinking in delivering high-quality credit research. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives drive innovative solutions and where each team member contributes to maintaining our reputation for integrity and transparency in the financial markets. The Impact: At S&P Global Ratings, your analytical opinion truly matters, and each person who works here plays an essential role in upholding our reputation for integrity, transparency, and ratings excellence. S&P Global Ratings plays a vital role in bringing transparency and comparability to the financial markets, enabling investors and other decision makers to measure and manage...

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Role: Associate Director, S&P Global Corporate Strategy The Team: You are part of the larger Enterprise Strategy & Planning Team you will report into the Corporate Strategy team.  Specifically, this role focuses on our S&P Global Corporate Strategy supporting a broad range of strategic activities for a business of approximately $14billion in revenue and over 40,000 employees world-wide.  As part of a larger enterprise team, you will contribute towards the establishment of strategic growth priorities and plans and tracking key business metrics and progress against strategic initiatives. The Impact: The Associate Director, Corporate Strategy is an important member of the Strategy team and participates in driving the near- and long-term strategic objectives for the business.  You will participate in multiple complex projects of significant strategic impact at one time, often across...

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12   The Team:  As an Associate Director on our   Life/Health Insurance team, you will join a supportive and collaborative group of approximately 15 analysts with diverse backgrounds and   experiences   in the financial services sector. Our team specializes in conducting comprehensive credit analysis for life/health insurance financial strength and debt ratings, working closely with analytical colleagues across the U.S. & Canada. We   operate   in a hybrid work environment that values both teamwork and individual excellence, fostering an atmosphere where experienced professionals can grow while mentoring the next generation of analysts.  The Impact:  In this role, you will be   directly responsible   for shaping credit opinions that influence market decisions and investor confidence. Your analytical   expertise   will drive rating recommendations for assigned insurance entities, while your...

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 About the Role/The Team:   The Structured Finance team is a dynamic group of analytical professionals who specialize in evaluating complex financial instruments and emerging asset classes. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of credit analysis innovation, working collaboratively to develop new methodologies and provide market-leading insights. Our team values intellectual curiosity, rigorous analysis, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both internal stakeholders and external clients. The Associate Director is recognized as an expert, frequently advising others on complex matters, and operating with autonomy. Helping to manage effective operational systems and processes, working closely with other teams to deliver sustainable results. What’s in it for you: The opportunity to work in a collegial culture with great potential for professional development and career growth. To succeed,...

Reporting to the Director, Educational Programs and Accreditation, this role is a strategic partner in advancing HMS Continuing Education priorities and goals, and also provides operational, programmatic and administrative leadership and guidance to the HMS Continuing Education program and sustains its Joint Accreditation with Commendation.   The Associate Director collaborates with HMS Course Directors, Course Administrators, and departmental staff to plan and implement accredited continuing education activities that meet standards and regulations established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and Joint Accreditation (JA) criteria while supporting the office mission and vision. These activities include, but are not limited to, HMS accredited live conferences, online CME, enduring materials, Regularly Scheduled Series and Performance Improvement CME.  The Associate Director also ensures that MyCE, HMS’s accreditation management software, aligns...

Reporting to the Director of the Office for Community Support, Non-Discrimination, Rights and Responsibilities (CSNDR) and University Title IX Coordinator, the Associate Director for Compliance and Title VI Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the University’s compliance with Title VI, as well as overall case management of Title IX Hearings, Appellate Panels, NDAB Determination Panels, and matters subject to the University Committee on Rights and Responsibilities (UCRR) Fact-Finding Procedures. The Associate Director works closely with the Director of CSNDR and University Title IX Coordinator, the Title IX Hearing Chair, and the Director of the Office for Dispute Resolution (ODR) on application of the University’s Policies and Procedures addressing sexual harassment, other sexual misconduct, and the University’s Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policies and Procedures (NDAB). The Associate Director is also responsible for supporting the University’s administration and...

Job Description: Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance. Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America. Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development.  Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while...

Job Description: Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance. Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America. Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development.  Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while...

The Speech to Text Provider will join a dedicated team of accessibility professionals in Harvard University Disability Resources (UDR). UDR provides leadership to University efforts to ensure an accessible, welcoming working and learning environment for individuals with disabilities while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. UDR serves as a central resource on disability-related information, procedures and services for the University community and provides expertise in the development, implementation, and acquisition of standard disability-related University practices, procedures, and resources. Job-Specific Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Director of Harvard UDR, the Speech to Text Provider  position that provides real-time meaning for meaning captions or transcriptions for students and other Harvard affiliates with disabilities in classes, academic activities, and at University events. The Speech to Text Provider also liaises with third-party...

The Staff Assistant is an integral member of the PME Admissions Office which oversees a fast-paced and highly selective admissions process. The Harvard Medical School MD Admissions process relies heavily on technology and electronic file review and seeks a Staff Assistant who is adept with database management and other relevant technologies. Reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions, the Staff Assistant for the MD program at Harvard Medical School will provide interview coordination and logistical support for applicants in a high-volume admissions office. The Pathways program interviews four to five days a week, every week between the months of September and February.  Working closely with and under the direction of the Admissions Specialist, the Staff Assistant will be responsible for the following: Scheduling 900+ applicants for interviews; including sending interview invitations for the Pathways program and coordinating with other curriculum tracks to ensure...

Research Staff Services (RSS) provides comprehensive administrative and operational support for the recruitment, onboarding, development, and management of over 600 research and teaching staff, while supporting more than 200 faculty members, 10+ multi-faculty research initiatives, and the D³ Institute at Harvard. Research staff include Research Associates, Predoctoral Fellows, Postdoctoral Fellows, Research Managers, and all Teaching Fellows supporting HBS faculty. Reporting to the Associate Director, the Assistant Director, RSS is one of two roles on a three-person team. Each Assistant Director manages a defined portfolio of faculty relationships and provides administrative oversight of research staff, collaborating closely to ensure consistent service delivery, shared standards, and alignment across RSS operations. This role exercises a high degree of independent judgment and operational leadership in supporting faculty research needs and enhancing the effectiveness of the...

Job Summary: This full-time non-exempt position reports to the Associate Director, Reunions and Classes. The position works in close partnership with the Alumni Affairs and Development Events team, as well as with alumni, students, faculty, senior administration, and administrative personnel in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment. The Coordinator supports reunion and class engagement activities for alumni ranging from undergraduates to the eldest alumni.  Job-Specific Responsibilities: Provides administrative support for College class communications, events, and volunteer meetings. Creates and deploys broadcast communications and web content, in partnership with alumni volunteers and staff.  Collects and maintains data related to alumni and student communication, participation, and volunteerism. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Association of Harvard College Class Secretaries and Treasurers (AHCCS&T), including the annual meeting,...

The Teaching and Learning Lab within Teaching and Learning at the Harvard Graduate School of Education is seeking a Learning Designer to lead the design and development of online courses. Under the direction of the Associate Director of Learning Design, the Learning Designer is a creative thinker who is able to envision technological solutions to instructional problems. The Learning Designer will be embedded in teaching teams as they work collaboratively to design and develop digital learning assets – from standalone learning units through fully online courses. The position involves close attention to detail, commitment to a rapid development mindset, and willingness to pitch in to move a project toward completion. The Learning Designer will also lead projects from discovery through delivery, managing timelines, milestones, and stakeholder expectations to ensure high-quality learning solutions are delivered on schedule. This role coordinates cross-functional teams, tracks progress...

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.           Job Summary:   The Research Manager will manage and contribute to the design and implementation of a portfolio of education-focused research initiatives under the direction of Professor Asim Ijaz Khwaja and the Associate Director of Research. Working across multiple projects at various stages of development, the role will contribute to the analytical and operational components of CID’s research, helping to translate faculty priorities into high-quality, policy-relevant outputs. This position is...

Job Summary: The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University seeks an individual for the position of NAGPRA Coordinator to support the Peabody’s implementation of NAGPRA (Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act).  This individual’s responsibilities help to further the Peabody’s institutional goals of ethical stewardship, including fostering relationship building, collaborative dialogue, and diverse perspectives. This is a term appointment, ending December 31, 2028, reporting to the Associate Director of NAGPRA. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Works with sensitive collections and content which requires attentiveness to university and cultural protocols. Conducts and coordinates consultation, inventory research, and report production for implementation of NAGPRA work.   Creates materials required for NAGPRA implementation and committees.  Facilitates use of the collection for NAGPRA implementation and responds to inquiries about the...

We are seeking an experienced Agentic AI Product Manager to lead the development, oversight, and optimization of agentic AI applications supporting the HBS AI Institute Executive Education portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, Data Science Vendors, this role is responsible for product ownership of AI-driven agent systems that enhance program delivery, operational efficiency, and learner experience. This position serves as the primary owner of agentic AI capabilities across executive education initiatives, working closely with faculty, program leadership, and external vendors. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Product Ownership and Strategy Own the vision, roadmap, and lifecycle management of agentic AI systems supporting executive education content and operations. Maintain and prioritize the product backlog for agentic AI initiatives. Translate business requirements into technical specifications for development teams. Communicate progress, risks, and...

Job Summary: Reporting to the Associate Director of Facilities Management, the Building Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of campus buildings, supervises building operations staff, and manages maintenance, vendor services, and assigned renovation projects. The position ensures effective use of the work order system, coordinates closely with the Building Systems Manager on operational and systems-related priorities, and maintains high standards of service, safety, and responsiveness for building occupants. The role also supports emergency management efforts and shares on-call responsibilities. This is an essential, on-campus critical position for HRI operations. During emergencies or severe weather, the employee must report to campus to perform non-deferrable work and may be called in outside of their regular schedule. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   Manages the daily operations of HRI campus buildings including...