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Research Coordinator

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Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Law School?

Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you’ll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Wherever you are in your career journey, HLS is a place where you can thrive, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society (BKC), an interfaculty research center, seeks a Research Coordinator. This is an opportunity to join a flourishing, intellectually robust community of faculty, staff, students, fellows and affiliates from multiple disciplines and backgrounds, committed to making sense of the digital environment and ensuring that it promotes human agency, dignity and genuine connection.

The Research Coordinator’s primary responsibilities will include conducting scholarly research, critically reviewing existing literature, assisting in the production of workstream written and multimedia outputs, participating in the planning and implementation of multi- stakeholder events, and collaborating with staff and scholars to further the goals of an emerging suite of AI workstreams focusing on urgent topics of technical policy.

The Research Coordinator will join the Berkman Klein Center’s world-class community of scholars and practitioners, and work in close collaboration with the Center’s team of staff, fellows, and faculty to advance a range of interdisciplinary, cutting-edge programs and research related to the study and development of Internet & society.

To learn more about Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, visit us at cyber.harvard.edu/about.

As Research Coordinator, you will:

  • Provide research and operational support to advance AI-focused academic workstreams and related programs and events, including conducting scholarly research, critically reviewing relevant literature, contributing to project deliverables and reports; monitoring overall timelines and outputs; and maintaining online project management tools.
  • Schedule and organize meetings, events, and workshops; assist with presentations and program facilitation.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on the workstream goals and its intellectual underpinnings to inform internal and external audiences on developments in AI learning.
  • Support program communication efforts by collaborating closely with Center staff, including producing basic graphic design for materials and writing and editing web content, blog posts, memos, and other internal and external documents.
  • Support the creation of program communities and contribute to Center goals by accomplishing related duties as required; may supervise interns and research assistants as needed.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2+ years of experience (including in an educational context) in research, analytical or related field.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:

  • Strong desire to work in the public interest.
  • Proficiency in programming languages or tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL) and experience working with large or complex datasets.
  • Experience running compute-intensive machine learning experiments, including on high-performance or GPU computing clusters.
  • Familiarity with AI tools and workflows (e.g., LLMs, AI-assisted coding tools such as Claude Code) and the ability to apply them effectively in research and analytical tasks.
  • Experience drafting and editing policy-relevant outputs, including policy briefs, reports, presentations, or grant materials.
  • Keen coordination and project management skills; proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and remain calm under pressure.
  • Effective communication and facilitation skills, including solid writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders across institutional contexts.
  • The ability to work flexibly in independent and team environments.

Additional Information

Appointment End Date: As with all Berkman Klein Center positions, this is a term appointment currently expected to extend to June 30, 2027 with potential for renewal, subject to departmental funding and need.

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week; Full-time, M-F. Based on the changing needs of the Center, the Research Coordinator may be called upon for other tasks at short notice. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required, though not with regularity.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

Other Information:

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 054. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

  • 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.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

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. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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