Research Coordinator - Military veterans preferred

Research Coordinator

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The Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University seeks a dynamic Research Coordinator to join its growing team. The Research Coordinator’s primary responsibilities will include conducting scholarly research, critically reviewing existing literature, assisting in the production of workstream written and multimedia outputs, participating in the planning and implementation of multi-stakeholder events, and collaborating with staff and scholars to further the goals of an emerging suite of AI workstreams focusing on urgent topics of technical policy. The Research Coordinator will join the Berkman Klein Center’s world-class community of scholars and practitioners, and work in close collaboration with the Center’s team of staff, fellows, and faculty to advance a range of interdisciplinary, cutting-edge programs and research related to the study and development of Internet & society. To learn more about Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, visit us at cyber.harvard.edu/about.

As Research Coordinator, you will:

• Provide research and operational support to advance AI-focused academic workstreams and related programs and events, including conducting scholarly research, critically reviewing relevant literature, contributing to project deliverables and reports; monitoring overall timelines and outputs; and maintaining online project management tools.
• Schedule and organize meetings, events, and workshops; assist with presentations and program facilitation.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the workstream goals and its intellectual underpinnings to inform internal and external audiences on developments in AI learning.
• Support program communication efforts by collaborating closely with Center staff, including producing basic graphic design for materials and writing and editing web content, blog posts, memos, and other internal and external documents.
• Support the creation of program communities and contribute to Center goals by accomplishing related duties as required; may supervise interns and research assistants as needed.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience (including in an educational context) in research, analytical or related field.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who are/have:

• Strong desire to work in the public interest.
• Knowledge of, or prior work experience with technology policy and/or Internet research is preferred. This may include the study of generative AI, Artificial General Intelligence, LLM and machine learning, and related technologies particularly from a policy perspective.
• Keen coordination and project management skills; proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and remain calm under pressure.
• Effective communication and facilitation skills, including solid writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Terrific interpersonal skills, including experience working with a range of dynamic, diverse, and highly motivated individuals, leading groups, receiving and offering feedback; ability to build and maintain relationships across the Center and especially with program faculty, staff, and students.
• The ability to work flexibly in independent and team environments.

Appointment End Date: This is a term appointment currently expected to extend to June 30, 2026 with potential for renewal, subject to departmental funding and need.

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week, Full-Time, M-F. Based on the changing needs of the Center, the Research Coordinator may be called upon for other tasks at short notice. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required, though not with regularity.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

Other Information:

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

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Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit? Harvard's Salary Ranges? to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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