Applied History Research Specialist

Harvard Kennedy School; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center is seeking a Research Coordinator to support the Applied History Project. The role involves conducting Applied History research, coordinating operations, and assisting with fellowship administration within Harvard's renowned policy-focused environment.

You will track networks, prepare instructional materials, manage the project website and social media, and help organize private working group meetings and events for the Harvard community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred, though strong credentials may be considered in lieu.
• 2+ years of related work experience preferred but not required.
• Significant knowledge of international history, current security issues, and higher education.

Responsibilities

• Tracking the worldwide Applied History network and publishing the monthly newsletter.
• Conducting research on Applied History methods and supporting instructional material production.
• Research on U.S. foreign policy, international order, nuclear security, and history’s role in public life and higher education.
• Coordinating logistics and supporting agenda development for private working group meetings and events.
• Assisting with the Ernest May Fellowship administration.
• Managing the Applied History Project’s website and social media.

Skills

Excellent writing

Event coordination

Research methods

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center is seeking a Research Coordinator to support the Applied History Project. The role involves conducting Applied History research, coordinating operations, and assisting with fellowship administration within Harvard's renowned policy-focused environment.

You will track networks, prepare instructional materials, manage the project website and social media, and help organize private working group meetings and events for the Harvard community.