Academic Programs Coordinator & Faculty Support

Harvarduniversity; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Kennedy School is seeking a Program Coordinator and Faculty Assistant to support Professor Jennifer Lerner, manage calendars, travel, and expenses, and assist with teaching and research activities. You will interact with students and staff daily, foster effective communication with internal and external partners, and enable smooth course and event logistics within the Center for Public Leadership.

The role involves coordinating research resources, ensuring training certifications,

Qualifications

• Attention to detail in a fast-paced academic setting.
• Strong customer service mindset and professional interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and coordination for Professor Lerner, including calendars, travel, and reimbursements.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders and manage inquiries.
• Assist with lab staff hiring, training materials, and subject-protection training certificates.
• Manage Canvas content, course delivery logistics, and event coordination (rooms, catering, guest liaisons).
• Create Qualtrics surveys and export data to Excel; maintain CPL lab website content.
• Track research-related expenses, reimbursements, and assist with grant budgets and tracking.
• Track important deadlines for scientific reviews and grants; proofread and format documents.
• Attend meetings with Professor Lerner and stakeholders, taking notes and ensuring follow-ups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

None

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Qualtrics

Excel

Job description

Harvard Kennedy School is seeking a Program Coordinator and Faculty Assistant to support Professor Jennifer Lerner, manage calendars, travel, and expenses, and assist with teaching and research activities. You will interact with students and staff daily, foster effective communication with internal and external partners, and enable smooth course and event logistics within the Center for Public Leadership.

The role involves coordinating research resources, ensuring training certifications,