Writing-Focused Research Associate — Hybrid

Harvard University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

On-site Boston campus

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Harvard University seeks multiple Research Associates (Writing Focused) in the Division of Research and Faculty Development to support faculty on writing and content projects. The role requires strong writing, research, and analytical skills, with on-site collaboration at the Boston campus.

The ideal candidate will handle book projects and articles for business audiences, with independence and intellectual curiosity, reporting to faculty supervisors and the Research Staff Services office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a GPA above 3.5.
• Ability to read academic, subject-specific information and write a reasoned and thoughtful analysis.

Responsibilities

• Write cases, case supplements, project reports, and drafts for a book project from start to finish creating original writing based on subject-area expertise, research, and interviews, and write articles for applicable business audiences such as Harvard Business Review.
• Under general direction of faculty member, must be able to take complex research ideas, concepts, and methodologies and apply them to new projects and situations, structuring assignments and keeping faculty informed.
• Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong writing

Business writing

Analytical thinking

Independent

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harvard University seeks multiple Research Associates (Writing Focused) in the Division of Research and Faculty Development to support faculty on writing and content projects. The role requires strong writing, research, and analytical skills, with on-site collaboration at the Boston campus.

The ideal candidate will handle book projects and articles for business audiences, with independence and intellectual curiosity, reporting to faculty supervisors and the Research Staff Services office.