Research Program Coordinator
Company: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
62264BRAuto req ID:62264BRJob Code:403040 Coordinator II
Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business
Title:Research Program CoordinatorSub-Unit:------------ Salary
Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :055Time
Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum three years professional work
experience managing complex programs; a combination of relevant
education and experience may be considered.
Additional Qualifications and Skills: Master's degree in relevant
field preferred but relevant job experience will be considered with
equal weight. Genuine interest and knowledge of the Middle East.
Higher education administrative experience preferred. Prior
experience working with high-level constituents in a fast-paced
environment; excellent interpersonal, presentation, and
communication skills, both written and oral; demonstrated
organizational skills and attention to detail; strong work ethic
with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet
deadlines, and work independently are key requirements.
Must have ability to take initiative and demonstrate discretion
with sensitive and confidential information. Must exhibit excellent
time-management skills and ability to forge strong collaborative
working relationships with diverse constituencies and work as part
of a team. Poise, tact, and diplomatic skills are essential. Team
player with flexibility to work on small staff.
Must be comfortable working closely with visiting dignitaries and
VIPs, be able to use good judgment to schedule meetings with
appropriate student and faculty groups, and act as an intermediary
for VIPs handling media requests and other invitations. Additional
Information:
This position is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment ending
one year from date of hire with strong possibility of renewal.
We regret that the Harvard Kennedy School does not provide Visa
Sponsorship.
Harvard University requires pre-employment references and
background checks.
Harvard University is committed to supporting a healthy,
sustainable learning and working environment.
This is a hybrid position based on our campus in Cambridge, MA. As
a campus-based institution, we place a high value on the in-person
experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building
in order to create a vibrant campus for our students, faculty,
staff, and research fellows. The position is required to work
in-person on campus a minimum of three days per week during the
academic year. Specific days and schedule will be determined
between you and your manager.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University.
With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be
up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Salary Range: $58,965 - $93,830
Note: Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the
salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope
of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal
equity.
Department:Belfer Center for Science and International
AffairsPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule: 9-5
Monday through Friday Job Function:General Administration Position
Description:
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Research Programs: Coordinates, implements, and has direct
responsibility for administration of MEI research programs, as well
as faculty and student research grants. Duties, based on current
programs, include:
Administers advertising, recruitment, and/or nomination strategies
for resident and non-resident research appointments.
Oversees application cycles and selection processes for research
fellows, working closely with relevant faculty committees.
Completes all relevant forms and works with appropriate departments
to appoint fellows and process research awards.
Works with the Harvard International Office to procure visas for
fellows as needed.
Helps compile and works with Belfer Communications team to publish
the MEI Research Series.
Manages fellows' arrival and onboarding, including acquainting them
with campus life.
Builds linkages with research institutions and universities working
on the Middle East.
Administers application and award processes for faculty research
and for student research and internship funding.
Tracks faculty and student research progress reporting, fellowship
evaluations, and fellowship alumni updates.
In collaboration with MEI's Program and Communications Coordinator,
drafts content for MEI website, newsletters, e-blasts, and
reports.
Serves as principal administrative contact and liaison with other
HKS and Harvard research programs.
May serve on committees for student degree fellowship
selection.
May represent MEI at Belfer and HKS student-focused events. - Other
duties as required.
Events
Organizes and staffs regular research fellows seminars.
Works with MEI RAs and Program and Communications Coordinator to
organize senior fellows' study groups.
May support event coordination and senior fellows as needed.
Executive Education
School/Unit:Harvard Kennedy School EEO Statement:We are an equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and
pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected
by law.Job Summary:
The Middle East Initiative (MEI) is seeking an enthusiastic and
resourceful Research Program Coordinator to join our team.
Reporting to MEI's Associate Director, this position plays a key
role in curating and implementing MEI's research and fellowship
programs. Through the administration of these programs, this
position establishes a diverse and exciting cohort of scholars each
year and supports the intellectual trajectory of MEI's scholarly
output.
The ideal candidate is extremely organized and detail oriented, has
excellent written and oral communication skills, enjoys working
collaboratively on small teams, and wants to help create a robust
intellectual community for some of the leading and emerging
scholars on Middle East and North Africa public policy. The
successful candidate will be a motivated and resourceful
self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines, creatively and
independently problem-solve, track multiple projects and
deliverables, and communicate clearly with a broad range of MEI
stakeholders including senior MEI leadership, faculty,
distinguished guests, and students. The candidate will need to have
a level of subject matter expertise and a substantive interest in
the Middle East and North Africa, culture, and foreign policy.
Proficiency in a regional language could be helpful but it's not
required. Experience and interest in higher education is ideal.
The Middle East Initiative (MEI) at the Belfer Center for Science
and International Affairs is Harvard University's principal forum
for policy-relevant research and teaching on the contemporary
Middle East and North Africa. MEI convenes policymakers, scholars,
and intellectuals from the region and beyond to expand our
understanding of this complex part of the world and to contribute
to the search for solutions to its most pressing policy challenges.
Through the integration of scholarly research, policy analysis,
executive and graduate education, and community engagement, MEI
aims to advance public policy and build capacity in the Middle
East, with the aim of enhancing the lives of all the region's
peoples.
As part of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs,
we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is not
only morally right, but also central to our ability to achieve our
mission. We encourage individuals from historically
underrepresented groups to apply, and we do not discriminate
against any person based on race, color, creed, national or ethnic
origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or
parental status, disability, source of income, or status as a
veteran.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Harvard
Kennedy School's Mission and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and
Anti-Racism
At Harvard Kennedy School, fostering a diverse and inclusive
community where everyone feels they belong is a matter of basic
fairness consistent with our core values as an institution. It is
also essential to our mission of improving public policy and
leadership-because recruiting the best people and creating an
environment where they can thrive make us better at what we do,
because we learn more from people with different perspectives, and
because we work in diverse groups and serve diverse societies.
Learn more about Harvard Kennedy School's commitment to Diversity
Equity, and Anti-Racism.
(https://www.hks.harvard.edu/more/about/diversity-equity-and-antiracism)
Benefits: We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (
https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) 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.
Work Format:On-Site
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