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Research Associate

Harvard University
Boston , MA, USA
Full-time

A faculty member at Harvard Business School (HBS) is seeking a Research Associate (RA) to support their research initiatives focused on artificial intelligence at the intersection of digital work, business and leadership.

The ideal RA candidate will have a strong interest in these topics, and comfortability in an environment that requires a high level of independence.

The ideal RA has intellectual curiosity, and the ability to use discretionary judgment.

The RA reports directly to their faculty supervisor and an administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. Ideal RA candidates will be comfortable in an environment that requires a high level of independence and intellectual curiosity and the ability to use discretionary judgment.

This role requires meaningful experience in collaborating with organizational leaders and individuals responsible for governance, essential for engaging with key strategists and decision-makers.

Primary Duties :

Partner with HBS faculty member on topics central to HBS research agenda. In addition, collaborate with research teams, staying current with the latest advancements in digital work an AI.

Act with a high degree of autonomy. Serve as a collaborator and thought-partner.

Provide qualitative analysis, writing, and editing of academic journal articles, HBS cases, and HBS teaching notes. Propose, develop, synthesize, and provide analysis of literature reviews.

Interview and transcribe interview transcripts for project use.

  • Manage multiple research sites and projects with precision and professionalism,
  • Support faculty in HBS teaching note design and development. Analyze and implement research using advanced knowledge and learning.
  • Exercise independent decision making with regard to progression of research project and methodologies. When confronted with unexpected research data, be able to make deductions, add insight, and draw conclusions to share with faculty.
  • Work independently with experts at HBS or externally to advance research methodologies. Identify gaps in research and methods and recommend course of action.

Produce original and innovative academic materials to supplement faculty research and teaching. Identify research directions, make recommendations to, and create original written material for faculty based on independent research.

Ensure compliance with department, University and federal regulations. Be aware of department, School, University policies and potential outside research policies.

Represent HBS to outside entities : interacting with prominent individuals (grace under pressure is essential).

  • Responsible for other duties as assigned.
  • 30+ days ago
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