Research Associate
@ Harvard Business School

Boston, MA
$90,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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About Harvard Business School

Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, MA, is a world-leading institution in management education and thought leadership. It fosters bold new ideas through research, learning, and entrepreneurship.

Job Overview

The Research Associate role at Harvard Business School supports faculty members in various research methodologies including experimental design, data analysis, coding, IRB management, and both quantitative and qualitative research. This position is an immediate hire opportunity and reports directly to faculty supervisors and an administrative manager.

Primary Duties

  • Collaborate on-site and build trust with colleagues.
  • Develop expertise in new research methodologies.
  • Manage and analyze data using tools such as STATA, Python, R, MATLAB, Qualtrics, and MTurk.
  • Conduct statistical modeling and produce analysis for academic works.
  • Independently manage timelines and multiple projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, quantitative sciences, or a business-related field with a GPA of 3.5+ is required. Candidates must have statistical/programming experience and for behavioral roles, familiarity with qualitative research methods is expected.

Additional skills include outstanding academic achievement, independent research experience, and proficiency in communication, analysis, and project management. An interest or experience with leveraging AI is also valued.

Additional Information

This is a term appointment starting Fall 2025 through June 30, 2026, with a preference for a two-year commitment. The role is hybrid, requiring on-site presence 3 days a week at the Boston, MA campus, with additional remote work options within approved states. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates must submit a cover letter, writing sample, and transcript.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off including parental leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
  • Retirement plans with university contributions
  • Wellbeing and mental health resources
  • Professional development opportunities

Key skills/competency

Research, data analysis, quantitative, qualitative, coding, experimental design, statistical modeling, academic writing, project management, AI

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How to Get Hired at Harvard Business School

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Harvard Business School's culture: Understand their mission and academic excellence.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight quantitative and qualitative research experience.
  • Prepare a strong cover letter: Detail relevant academic achievements.
  • Showcase technical skills: Emphasize programming and statistical analysis tools.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review STATA, Python, R, and MATLAB.
Practice data cleaning and statistical modeling techniques.
Familiarize with IRB submission processes.
Study quantitative research methods and experiments.

Behavioral Questions

Explain a time you managed a project independently.
Describe how you handle deadline pressures.
Discuss collaboration experience with academic teams.
Share an example of adapting to changing priorities.

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