Harvard Business School seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as a Senior Researcher during the 2023-2024 academic year and further, supporting a special project with Private Capital Project (PCP). The Senior Researcher will work in the areas of private equity, entrepreneurial finance, and venture capital to support the faculty’s research agendas for the Private Capital Project.

The Senior Researcher position reports directly to faculty and administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong conceptual ability; high quality of mind; strong communication skills; the ability to work productively under time pressure; the capacity to work well independently; and the ability to interact successfully with senior leaders.

Primary duties include:

• Work alongside faculty to shape the strategy of the Private Capital Project. Lead design and implementation of project plans in support of project goals, including the promotion of the project and increasing brand awareness among current students and alums, academic researchers and practitioners.
• Develop a network of researchers, consultants, evaluators, investors, academic institutions, etc. working within the HBS ecosystem; where appropriate, identify opportunities for partnerships or collaborations to advance the goals and leadership
• Partner closely with the Project Director on key initiatives and project deliverables as assigned.
• Manage communication and creation of brand content, including the creation of newsletters, management of social media channels, and conducting webinars with applicable groups
• Represent HBS externally to generate additional insights and build awareness of the project efforts, including participating in working groups or tasks forces, or other like activities as relevant.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate is a current MBA student, or recent MBA graduate. Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant research and/or work experience required. Evidence of academic excellence and of independent research experience required.

Knowledge and training in private capital is preferred. Consulting and/or project management experience preferred.

The candidate must be analytically-minded and possess strong conceptual skills; have extremely high standards in terms of quality of work, attention to detail, strong organizational, and communication skills.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to adapt to changes in priorities; ability to work calmly under deadline pressure, work both independently and as a team member, take initiative; and follow projects through to completion. Diplomatic skills, comfort in interacting with prominent individuals, and grace under pressure are essential.

This is a full-time or part-time term appointment (depending upon the hired candidates availability) starting this summer (start date flexible) through June 30, 2024.

This role is offered as a hybrid (some combination of onsite and remote) where you are required to be onsite at our Boston, MA based campus 2-4 days per week. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.

We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.
A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity. All candidates will be expected to submit a writing sample, transcript, and a code sample to be reviewed by an HBS statistician.

Harvard University continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff, and students, as well as the wider community. Please note that all new employees will be required to provide confirmation of primary series COVID-19 vaccination upon hire, as detailed on our COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Webpage. Harvard University Health Services employees and other health care individuals are also required to be up to date on vaccination as described by the CDC. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. Additional information regarding this requirement, exemptions, verification of vaccination status, and other related policies and resources may be found on the University’s COVID-19 Information Website.

Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.

Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore HBS work culture at https://www.hbs.edu/employment/.

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Research

USA - MA - Boston

RS0056 Researcher II Humanities

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Division of Research and Faculty Development

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Full-time

057

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

30-Jun-2024

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