Research Manager, The Project on Workforce

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The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University is one of 12 graduate and professional schools at the university. Harvard Kennedy School’s mission is to improve public policy and leadership so people can live in societies that are more safe, free, just, and sustainably prosperous. By combining cutting-edge research, the teaching of outstanding students, and direct interaction with practitioners, we have an impact on solving public problems that no other institution can match.

About the role

The Research Project Manager will work with the Project on Workforce's Director and team members to support the Project's mission, goals, and agenda. This person will coordinate key aspects of multiple research initiatives, including by managing timelines, project stakeholders, and overseeing Research Assistants. The Manager has significant responsibilities over research, writing, editing, and fact-checking, as well as supporting project administration and communications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple research projects, including project timelines and team meetings.
• Manage and oversee the work of Research Assistants, including interviewing, hiring, training, and directing their work.
• Plan and implement research strategies to achieve the goals of the Project on Workforce initiatives, including internal research submissions documentation.
• Design and update key data tools, including the Workforce Almanac and GenAI Adoption Tracker.
• Draft and edit practitioner-facing white papers and reports.
• Execute research, including interviews and surveys.
• Draft external communications and support dissemination of research through online channels and outreach to relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate communications and collaboration with external stakeholders, including project vendors and research partners.
• Design and support convenings and events with key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in workforce development, postsecondary education, labor market policy, future of work, and/or related topics.
• 3+ years of previous work experience, which may include experience in public policy, research, politics, technology, education, journalism, consulting or a related field.

Qualifications

• Prior work or research experience in workforce development, postsecondary education, labor market policy, future of work, and/or related topics.
• Ability to distill and analyze complex evidence and data, including intermediary quantitative and coding.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including clear and concise writing for a variety of audiences.
• Commitment to the Project on Workforce mission of building better pathways to economic mobility.

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date: Benefits eligible one year term appointment from date of hire, with the possibility of renewal.
• Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• This position is based on our campus in Cambridge, MA, and requires working in person 1-3 days/week.
• Some duties can be performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department based on operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts.

Pay

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

• 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.