Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Interdisciplinary Humanities

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plans with university input

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies to lead academic operations, support curriculum development, and supervise faculty-facing teams.

You will partner with faculty and chairs on curricular initiatives, provide teaching guidance, and drive program improvements across concentrations, ensuring high standards of educational quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience.
• PhD in a related field required by date of hire.
• A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative team with focus on faculty support, curriculum management, and training.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary undergraduate programs, advising committees, and course sequencing.
• Provide guidance on teaching assignments, course support, and educational activities.
• Collaborate across units to develop reports, manage processes, and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Staff management

Curriculum management

Teaching/advising

Educational policy

Strategic partnership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Minimum 7 years’ relevant work experience

PhD in a related field by date of hire

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community thatadvances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways,inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills andexpertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcomingenvironment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Manage and plan academic affairs operations including facultysupport, curriculum management and training.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• 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 andinnovative work environment
• Strategic partnership
  • Acts as lead contact for all aspects related to theinterdisciplinary undergraduate programs under their purview,working with faculty committees and chairs on curricularinitiatives, requirements, and long-term planning
  • Provides guidance and input on teaching assignments and coursesupport, as well as non-instructional educational activities
  • Contributes to course development, which may includerecommendation and implementation of course sequencing, scheduling,and grading processes
  • Acts as an advising resource for faculty and other academicsregarding educational strategies and formats, training newinstructors in the programs
  • Contributes to curriculum development, which may includedeveloping new courses and assessing curricular offerings
• Teaching and Advising
  • Sets up and monitors sophomore, junior, and senior tutorials incollaboration with academic staff in the concentrations, assigningadvisers and readers for students’ written work, and organisingsenior oral examinations
  • Hosts regular office hours for students, meeting regularly withconcentrators for mentoring, advising, and general support
  • Reviews, approves, and manages all concentratorrequirements/requests
• Administrative Collaboration and Institutional Engagement
  • Organizes undergraduate summer research opportunities byworking with faculty and other College funding offices;communicates IRB requirements and training
  • Establishes and monitors administrative systems and leads theimplementation of process redesigns; updates various documents,guides, and websites, as needed
  • Develops specialized reports to analyze statistics pertainingto course development, teaching efforts, and student progress
  • Represents the concentrations in school-wide or University-widemeetings, as required; serves on committees based on experience andexpertise; acts as a liaison to other departments and relatedunits.
  • Ensures compliance with University policies and procedures andapplicable legal rules and regulations

Working Conditions:

This is an in-person role, with limited capabilities for remotework during the academic term(s). There may be instances where additional time in the office might be required because of weeklyevening events.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• PhD in a related field required by date of hire
• Experience in teaching and research needed
• A combination of education and experience will be considered

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
• Other Information:

  There is an expectation that the Associate Director ofUndergraduate Studies will hold a dependent Lecturer appointment inthe Committee on Degrees in Folklore & Mythology, the Committeeon Degrees in History & Literature, and/or the Committee onEthnicity, Migration, Rights to provide additional service andsupport to the teaching mission of the concentrations. Courseassignments will be made in conjunction with the Chair of theCommittee on Degrees where the Associate Director of UndergraduateStudies holds a dependent Lectureship.

  A resume, cover letter, writing sample, and teaching materials(including a teaching statement, representative course syllabi, andevidence of teaching effectiveness) are required for consideration.Please also provide contact information for three to fivereferences who will provide letters of recommendation.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit worklocation. Individuals must meet work location sponsorshiprequirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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'sequal employment opportunity policyand non-discrimination policy help allcommunity members participate fully in work and campus life freefrom harassment and discrimination.