Strategic Faculty Support Specialist

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Mental health resources

Family support

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard Business School is seeking a Faculty Support Specialist to provide essential administrative help to our faculty across teaching, research, and related activities. Reporting to a Manager of Unit and Faculty Support, the FSS will support complex duties, coordinate calendars, travel, and class materials, and collaborate with colleagues across academic units and the university.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, client service, and building strong relationships with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative, clerical, or related professional capacity.
• High School Diploma or GED required; education may count toward experience.
• Hands-on experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Hands-on skills assessment may be required during the interview.

Responsibilities

• Administratively supports multiple faculty and acts as a liaison between students, instructors, and departments.
• Supports teaching, research, and related activities with materials, syllabi, and presentations.
• Manages complex calendars and coordinates travel arrangements and visits.
• Prepares, formats, and proofs documents and correspondence.
• Builds relationships with stakeholders including faculty and staff.
• Assists with seminars, conferences, and unit events logistics.

Skills

Administrative experience

Calendar management

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harvard Business School is seeking a Faculty Support Specialist to provide essential administrative help to our faculty across teaching, research, and related activities. Reporting to a Manager of Unit and Faculty Support, the FSS will support complex duties, coordinate calendars, travel, and class materials, and collaborate with colleagues across academic units and the university.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, client service, and building strong relationships with faculty and staff.