Senior Research Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with faculty, researchers, and project staff across the Berkman Klein Center and the Harvard Law School Library to advance research goals while ensuring effective communication within and among teams.
• Support the planning and execution of programs across the Berkman Klein Center and Harvard Law School Library. This work may include developing and refining fundraising proposals, supporting and contributing to the management of project teams, and supporting the development of strategic partnerships with people and organizations beyond the Harvard community, including through direct discussions as a representative of the Berkman Klein Center.
• Absorb, critically analyze, and concisely summarize large amounts of written and other media materials from various sources in a short amount of time. These may include prep materials for panels, conferences, and presentations; outlines and drafts of articles and papers; slide decks; and other digested forms.
• Prepare syllabi and other curricular materials, lead some classroom discussions, and assist with course planning.
• Assist in supervising the work of Prof. Zittrain’s student research assistants and teaching assistants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, including 3 or more years of experience in research, administration, or related field. Coursework toward a graduate degree may count toward experience.
• A strongly developed interest in cyberlaw, the internet, and/or technology and policy. Previous formal experience in cyberlaw is not required.
• Experience working closely with senior faculty and staff with increasing levels of responsibilities and independence.
• Self-motivated and organized, comfortable working with little outside direction, and proven ability to complete independent research.
• Excellent critical reading, writing, and editing skills.
• Ability to lead teams, helping to prioritize work in a chaotic environment, see where adjustments and reinforcements are needed, and coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to absorb large amounts of material quickly.
• Previous teaching/TAing experience (not required, but a plus!).
• Willingness to work with a broadly diverse and global community of scholars, researchers, teachers, and activists.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, exceptional ethical standards, discretion, and tact in independent and team environments, both online and offline.

Pay

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week; Full-time, M-F.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.