Assistant Professor of Education

Harvard Graduate School of Education; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE) seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor. The candidate will advance education through rigorous empirical research with policy relevance and contribute to graduate programs by teaching and mentoring students.

By July 1, 2027, candidates must hold a doctorate or terminal degree in education or a related field. Strong teaching experience is valued though not required for appointment. Harvard is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree by July 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated teaching experience ideal.
• Strong empirical research with policy/practice relevance.

Responsibilities

• Teach required and elective courses in graduate programs.
• Mentor master’s and doctoral students.
• Advise and contribute to program governance and service.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Mentoring

Policy relevance

Education

Doctorate in Education or related field

Job description

The Harvard Graduate School of Education invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

We seek outstanding scholars whose work advances society’s understanding of education. Strong applicants will be distinguished by the quality of their research and the significance of their work for policy and practice. We welcome applicants from all disciplinary and methodological perspectives. We seek applicants who conduct rigorous empirical research, and we prioritize the originality, rigor, and promise of the candidate’s research rather than subfield. We are especially interested in candidates whose work speaks to pressing challenges in education.

We seek candidates who have the interest, enthusiasm, and potential to teach and mentor master’s and doctoral students interested in pursuing both research and practice-based careers in education. The candidate is expected to make meaningful contributions to the core curriculum of our graduate programs by teaching required courses and recommended elective courses as part of specific program pathways. The ability to help students develop conceptual as well as procedural professional knowledge beyond one’s own specific expertise is essential to our graduate programs.

High-quality teaching is greatly valued at HGSE, and the school is committed to cultivating and supporting effective pedagogical practices among faculty, including through our Teaching and Learning Lab, which provides consultation services for faculty teaching. HGSE faculty at all ranks advise master’s students, mentor doctoral students, and participate in institutional governance and service. By the position start date of July 1, 2027, candidates will possess a doctorate or another terminal degree in education or a related field. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated teaching experience, though it is not required for the appointment.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Faculty Affairs at [e-mail].

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and nondiscrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

By the position start date of July 1, 2027, candidates will possess a doctorate or another terminal degree in education or a related field. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated teaching experience, though it is not required for the appointment.