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Harvard Business School seeks a dedicated, enterprising, and collaborative Research Associate (RA) for the academic year 2026-2027 to work with a faculty member in the Strategy unit. A successful candidate will have a strong interest in field research and ethnographic methodologies which involves conducting interviews, observations and engaging with critical informants in the field. The research will also focus on how firms develop and execute strategy, how they manage organizational change given significant technological changes, and best practices in shaping firm growth, in technology, media, and creative industries. Projects will include exploring the role of AI in organizations, partnering with faculty researching the entrepreneurial infrastructure in Israel, and exploring how organizations use technology to transform operations.
Job Responsibility:
Conduct field and ethnographic research
Conduct newspaper research, literature reviews, and library searches
Engaging in project management
Write draft cases and articles, case supplements, project reports, and policy memos creating original writing based on research and interviews
Provide analysis, editing, and drafts for academic journal articles, HBS cases and HBS teaching notes
Develop, synthesize and provide analysis of literature reviews
Independently manage all timelines and deliverables for multiple projects with competing priorities
Exercise independent decision making with regard to progression of research project and methodologies
Must be able to structure assignments and keep faculty member informed regularly while 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
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required
Evidence of outstanding academic achievement
Indication of independent research experience, project management, and/or related applied experience
Strong skills related to the Microsoft Office Suite are expected
Excellent writing, editing, research skills
Analytically-minded and possess strong conceptual skills
Strong people, project-management, and organizational skills
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and to flexibly adapt to changes in priorities
Ability to work calmly under deadline pressure, work both independently and as a team member, take initiative
and follow projects through to completion
Individual capable of consistent use of discretion, judgment, and initiative
Diplomatic skills, comfort in interacting with prominent individuals, and grace under pressure are essential
Familiar with navigating a complex organization, such as Harvard Business School
What we offer:
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