Harvard Business School · 2 days ago
Research Associate - Writing Focused (Immediate Hire)
Harvard Business School is a prestigious institution that focuses on management education and thought leadership. They are seeking a part-time Research Associate to support faculty on writing projects, requiring strong business knowledge and academic writing experience.
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Responsibilities
Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents
Work under the general direction of HBS faculty on topics central to HBS research agenda. Provide subject-area knowledge, analysis and interpretation to faculty member. Identify and explore a wide-range of questions related to faculty’s research agenda
Write cases, case supplements, project reports, and drafts for a book project from start to finish creating original writing based on subject-area expertise, research, and interviews, and write articles for applicable business audiences such as Harvard Business Review
Under general direction of faculty member, must be able to take complex research ideas, concepts, and methodologies and apply them to new projects and situations. Must be able to structure assignments and keep faculty member informed as necessary, using own judgment
Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents
Responsible for other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business or a related field (a GPA above 3.5 is required), and proven writing experience
Ability to read academic, subject-specific information and write a reasoned and thoughtful analysis, as well as produce a creative interpretation, is a must
The candidate must have extremely high standards in terms of quality of work, attention to detail, strong organization skills, and absolute commitment to task completion
Must be able to balance multiple tasks and shifting priorities under tight deadlines at an accelerated pace when necessary
Preferred
Evidence of prior high-quality, original academic writing, and background in analysis and interpretation of relevant data, research, news, and literature is helpful
It is helpful if the candidate is familiar with navigating a complex organization, such as Harvard Business School
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
Company
Harvard Business School
Harvard Business School is an educational institution that offers two-year residential programs leading to an MBA, Ph.D., or DBA degree. It is a sub-organization of Harvard University.
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