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Research Associate - Writing Focused

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United States , Boston

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Harvard Business School seeks multiple Research Associate (RA) to support faculty members on writing / content focused work starting ASAP. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of business topics and prior writing experience. The Research Associate (RA) position reports directly to faculty supervisors and administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. Ideal RA candidates will be comfortable in an environment that requires a high level of independence, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to use discretionary judgment.

Job Responsibility:

  • 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
  • Write articles for applicable business audiences such as Harvard Business Review
  • Take complex research ideas, concepts, and methodologies and apply them to new projects and situations
  • 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

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a GPA above 3.5 is required
  • Prior experience supporting short form writing and website project management preferred
  • Evidence of prior high-quality, original academic writing
  • Background in analysis and interpretation of relevant data, research, news, and literature is helpful
  • Ability to read academic, subject-specific information and write a reasoned and thoughtful analysis, as well as produce a creative interpretation
  • 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
  • Familiarity with navigating a complex organization, such as Harvard Business School, is helpful

Nice to have:

  • Prior experience supporting short form writing and website project management
  • Background in analysis and interpretation of relevant data, research, news, and literature
  • Familiarity 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
  • Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Expiration:
June 30, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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