7 Business Development jobs

Research Assistant (Research Assistant I Non-Lab) Harvard University School/Unit Harvard Kennedy School Sub-Unit ------------ Job Function Research Time Status Full-time Department Belfer Center for Science & International Affairs Salary Grade 052 Union 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Duties & Responsibilities The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs is seeking candidates for the role of Research Assistant . The Belfer Center is the hub for Harvard University's research, teaching, and training in international security affairs. In 2017, it was ranked the world's #1 university-affiliated think-tank for the fourth year in a row. Research Assistants support the director of the Center by conducting in-depth research on topics such as US foreign policy and strategy; defense and intelligence policy; global nuclear security and nonproliferation; and a range of other major international security issues. T he Research Assistant works closely with other members of a small research team and plays a key role in developing research products, including policy memos, op-eds, journal articles, and book chapters, and performs related job duties as required . Basic Qualifications At least one year of related work experience is required, along with demonstrated knowledge of various research methods and statistical techniques. Relevant coursework may count toward experience. Additional Qualifications Candidates must have significant knowledge of, and interest in, current international security issues; exceptional writing skills; basic quantitative proficiency; and a demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines. A master's degree in a relevant field is preferred, though we will consider candidates who have a bachelor's degree with extraordinary academic or professional credentials. Candidates with a research background on China (domestic and foreign policy, economics, US-China relations) are encouraged to apply, although experience with this topic are not a requirement. Pre-Employment Screening Education Identity EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. PI97333344

Communications and Outreach Coordinator (Coordinator I) Harvard University School/Unit Faculty of Arts and Sciences Sub-Unit ------------ Job Function General Administration Time Status Full-time Department South Asia Institute Salary Grade 054 Union 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Duties & Responsibilities Under the direction of the Executive Director of the South Asia Institute (SAI), the Outreach and Communications Coordinator will manage the electronic, print, and outreach efforts of the SAI. Responsible for electronic communications includes writing and updating materials on the website; writing SAI newsletters and brochures; and updating information on social media sites, including social media outlets such as Facebook and YouTube, and event videos. Print work includes designing posters and circulating information on events. Designing and producing SAI's annual report and symposium related brochures. Outreach efforts include working with internal and external groups to increase SAI's visibility. S/he will coordinate with the regional SAI staff to receive outreach information in the region and communications for the SAI website, newsletter and social media sites. She/he will assist with communications and outreach for other new projects, as necessary. S/he will supervise student interns who are hired during the semester to assist the coordinator. Basic Qualifications 3 or more years related experience. Experience with Microsoft office, In Design, Adobe, and Word Press required. Additional Qualifications B.A. preferred. Must possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills, and work well in a team, enjoy working in a fast paced environment, and have cultural and relational sensitivity. Experience with social media in the work place desired. Must be able to prioritize projects and meet deadlines; have excellent computer skills, including designing and maintaining the website and SAI database. Working some nights and weekends is anticipated. Knowledge of and interest in South Asia preferred. Pre-Employment Screening Identity EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. PI97333050

Manager, Public Services, Special Collections, KLS Harvard University School/Unit Harvard Business School Sub-Unit ------------ Job Function General Administration Library Time Status Full-time Department KLS Salary Grade 057 Union 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Duties & Responsibilities Baker Library Special Collections is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic special collections professional who is eager to lead a collaborative reference and public services team in providing outstanding reference and research support to the Harvard University scholarly community as well as visiting scholars from around the world both within the reading room and virtually. Learn more about our collections at https://www.library.hbs.edu/Find/Collections-Archives/Special-Collections/Collections and our exhibits - https://www.library.hbs.edu/Find/Special-Collections-Exhibits Reference and Public Services Reporting to the Director of Special Collections, the Manager is responsible for the development, planning and organization of Special Collections reference and public services in the de Gaspé Beaubien Reading Room and virtually for the Harvard University research communities and visiting scholars from around the globe. Leads the reference and public services team in the collaborative and team-oriented provision of services. In collaboration with the Collections & Research team, develops and implements policies and procedures for collection access and reading room services for issues such as copyright, privacy and confidentiality that result from working with contemporary archival materials and digital resources, in accordance with national standards and best practices. Leads the public service team's support of research and course services offered to HBS and Harvard University faculty and doctoral students by the collections & research team. Manages the digitization of Special Collections materials to fulfill researcher requests, outreach projects and for preservation purposes. Tracks the budget and acts as the primary liaison with various digitization vendors. Creatively evaluates new technologies for opportunities to enhance on-campus and virtual reference. Responsible for updating and expanding the Special Collections public services content on the Baker Library discovery platform. Serves as the primary lead for the potential implementation of Aeon. Outreach Program Contributes to Outreach initiatives including the development of physical and virtual exhibits and publications and coordinating outreach efforts such as tours and social media. Basic Qualifications Master's degree is required preferably in library science from an ALA-accredited institution, or a graduate degree in archival studies, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of experience in general reference and special collections preferably in an academic or research library. 2+years of management and supervisory experience. Pre-Employment Screening Credit Criminal Education Identity EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. PI97332948

Coordinator II (Faculty & Program Coordinator) Harvard University School/Unit Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Sub-Unit ------------ Job Function General Administration Time Status Full-time Department Global Health and Population Salary Grade 055 Union 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Duties & Responsibilities The Program on the Global Demography of Aging (PGDA) within the Harvard T.H. Chan's School of Public Health's Department of GLobal Health and Population, received funding from the National Institute on Aging at the National Institutes of Health to carry out research on important themes related to global aging and health, with an emphasis on issues in the developing world. A key overarching theme focuses the expertise available at various schools at Harvard toward one of the pressing health questions of global aging, namely understanding the changing patterns of adult morbidity and mortality, including their measurements and causes, demographic and economic implications, and policies and programs for addressing and mitigating such implications. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Research, the Department of Global Health and Population seeks a detail oriented, hardworking, strong writer to join the team as a Faculty Coordinator and the Program Coordinator for the Program on the Global Demography of Aging (PGDA). The Coordinator will support Dr. Bloom with complex administrative duties related to his teaching, research, travel, etc. In regard to PGDA support, the Coordinator will be responsible for knowledge management, website maintaience, assisting with annual reporting tasks, and handling meeting logistics. Support for additional sponsored research includes booking travel for international guests, processing invoices and payment requests, and other administrative tasks as needed. Specific duties include but are not limited to: - Preparing documents such as articles, cases, working papers, and presentations which may include proofreading, formatting exhibits and citations - Drafting materials such as correspondence, memos, budgets, letters of recommendation, and PowerPoint slides - Maintaining accurate and organized electronic and paper files for faculty - Formatting papers, making graphs, including formatting references in format for publishing (e.g., APA or Vancouver format) - Compiling, updating, and maintaining EndNote libraries with all articles David Bloom has authored, along with the articles themselves. Duties and Responsibilities are continued in the "Additional Information" section. Please Note: This position has a term appointment of May 31, 2018. Please Note: All applicants may be required to submit at least two writing samples. Samples can be professional emails/memos, PowerPoint, academic writing, etc. The applicant should be the sole author of at least one of the samples. Please Note: Some travel and/or overtime may be required fo r this position. Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of related work experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered. Pre-Employment Screening Identity EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. PI97332870