Harvard University
Higher Education
PredoctoralResearchAssociate(Summer2026)
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“Predoctoral Research Associate (Summer 2026) at Harvard University. Skills: Data science, Research. Work on topics central to research agenda. Provide subject-area knowledge”
Industry & Context.
Discretionary judgment
Minimum 3 days onsite per week
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree with GPA above 3.5, Proven evidence of independent research, Evidence of prior high-quality academic writing, Background in analysis and interpretation of data, Ability to read academic information, Ability to write reasoned analysis, Ability to produce creative interpretation, Extremely high standards in quality of work, Attention to detail, Organization skills, Absolute commitment to task completion, Balance multiple tasks, Balance shifting priorities, Work under tight deadlines, Work at accelerated pace
Nice to Have
Familiarity with navigating complex organization
What You'll Do.
Work on topics central to research agenda
Provide subject-area knowledge
Provide interpretation
Identify research questions
Explore research questions
Perform statistical programming
Ensure compliance with regulations
Complete work with general direction
Apply research ideas to projects
Apply research concepts to projects
Apply research methodologies to projects
Structure assignments
Keep faculty informed
Engage directly with colleagues
Engage with constituents
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Engaging directly with colleagues; Engaging with constituents
Communication Scope
Write reasoned analysis; Produce creative interpretation
Full Job 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 Business School? Harvard Business School, located on a 40-acre campus in Boston, was founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University. It is among the world's most trusted sources of management education and thought leadership. For more than a century, the School's faculty has combined a passion for teaching with rigorous research conducted alongside practitioners at world-leading organizations to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. Through a dynamic ecosystem of research, learning, and entrepreneurship that includes MBA, Doctoral, Executive Education, and Online programs, as well as numerous initiatives, centers, institutes, and labs, Harvard Business School fosters bold new ideas and collaborative learning networks that shape the future of business. Harvard Business School (HBS) is seeking multiple Predoctoral Research Associates starting in Summer 2026 to support one of the following assigned faculty members: * [Tomomichi Amano](https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=938509) * [Zoe Cullen](https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=879471) * [Madhav Kumar](https://www.hbs.edu/news/articles/Pages/madhav-kumar-profile-2025.aspx) * [Yuan Zou](https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=1201306) You will see this posting updated with names of additional hiring faculty listed in the coming months as more needs are identified. We ask that you please indicate the faculty you are interested in supporting in your cover letter. More information on career outcomes, including PhD programs recent Predoctoral Research Associates attended, can be [seen here](https://www.hbs.edu/ra/career-outcomes). Overview: The Predoctoral Res
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