Harvard University

Harvard University

Manager, Research Data Management and Acquisition

Cambridge, MA, United States · Senior

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About the role

  • Interpret and review data license and Data Use Agreement (DUA) terms for compliant use of data at HKS.
  • Advise RLS leadership on acceptable risk thresholds.
  • Serve as escalation point for complex or high-risk data compliance issues

Responsibilities

  • Manage, lead and identify the appropriate administrative process at Harvard for any given data acquisition, which may require working with the Manager of Library Services & Collections at HKS and/or negotiators in Harvard Library, Strategic Procurement, the Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of General Counsel.
  • Manage licensed data contracts and renewals.
  • Build strong relationships with data vendors to enable ongoing positive relationships between HKS and data providers.
  • Partner with HKS and Harvard stakeholders to coordinate the review of complex agreements, identify policy and risk considerations, and facilitate appropriate approvals and resolution of contractual issues.
  • Lead a team of Data Safety reviewers, working closely with the team to interpret DUA and data license terms into compliant data management plans. Manage, coach, and develop the team while translating RLS strategy into actionable day-to-day work for the team.
  • Develop, maintain, and periodically update SOPs governing access to, use of, and disposition of sensitive and licensed research data at HKS.
  • Design and maintain workflows and on- and off-boarding processes for HKS faculty and researchers requesting access to licensed or restricted datasets.
  • Support for families and caregivers

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., data governance, information or library science, law, public policy, research administration).
  • 5+ years of experience in data licensing/contracts, research compliance, or a related field, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Work with Harvard units and/or data providers when additional clarity is required.

Skills

  • Master's degree in the above fields, a plus.
  • Experience in a higher education, academic research, or public policy research setting.
  • Familiarity with research data management platforms, data enclaves, or secure computing environments.
  • Certification in privacy, compliance, or contract management (e.g., CIPP, CRA, CCEP).
  • Working knowledge of research compliance frameworks (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, CUI, export control, IRB requirements).
  • Strong analytical skills for evaluating contractual risk, liability, and indemnification language.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate legal/contractual language for non-legal audiences.
  • Experience developing SOPs, policies, or governance documentation.
  • Additional Information
  • Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
  • Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
  • Other Information: This position is based on campus in Cambridge, MA and required to work on campus 3 days/week.

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.
  • 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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