Faculty Support Specialist — Hybrid Admin for World-Class Leaders

Harvard Business School; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard Business School in Boston is seeking a Faculty Support Specialist who will provide administrative assistance to faculty across teaching, research, and related duties. The role requires coordinating calendars, materials, and travel while collaborating with departments and staff.

Reporting to a Manager of Unit and Faculty Support, the FSS acts as a seamless extension of the faculty they support and may assist with recruiting, seminars, and research activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of administrative or clerical experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Hands-on MS Office skills assessed during interview.
• Strong confidentiality and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supports multiple faculty and liaises between students and departments.
• Manages complex calendars and coordinates travel.
• Prepares documents, correspondence, and presentations.
• Assists with seminars, conferences, and recruiting activities.
• Maintains office environment and handles visits/onboarding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Customer service

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Reliability

Social media

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harvard Business School in Boston is seeking a Faculty Support Specialist who will provide administrative assistance to faculty across teaching, research, and related duties. The role requires coordinating calendars, materials, and travel while collaborating with departments and staff.

Reporting to a Manager of Unit and Faculty Support, the FSS acts as a seamless extension of the faculty they support and may assist with recruiting, seminars, and research activities.