Harvard University
Research Manager, HBS AI Institute
Boston, MA, United States · Senior
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About the role
- The Research Manager will report to the HBS AI Institute Director of Research Services.
- Serves as in-house policy expert, well-versed in University and HBS policies and how they intersect.
- Works across all parts of the HBS AI Institute research program, quickly understanding new projects and their compliance needs.
Responsibilities
- Identifies additional opportunities for use of agentic AI and other tools to streamline compliance workflow and develops strategy for deployment and adoption by HBS AI Institute and other HBS faculty.
- Partners with HBS Division of Research and Faculty Development (DRFD) to enhance AI tools to best serve their needs as reviewers and approvers of research compliance documents.
- Support for families and caregivers
Requirements
- Experience with research compliance protocols such as IRBs, DUAs, and data safety submissions.
Nice to have
- We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.
- Demonstrated understanding of research methods and protocols preferred.
Skills
- Ability to troubleshoot obstacles, proactive and collaborative abilities.
- Additional Information
- Appointment End Date:
- This position is approved for a (2)-year term (with possibility of renewal/extension) which begins on the person's first day of employment.
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 40 hours per week
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
- Other Information:
- A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity.
- Work Format Details
Benefits
- 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
- 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.
Company info
- We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
- Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, was founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University.
- We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives.
Equal opportunity
- EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
- equal opportunity and non-discrimination.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location.
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