Cross-departmental curricular planning . Under OUE
senior leadership’s direction, serves as liaison with departments,
the College, and the FAS on overall curricular planning and course
review to ensure academic pathways for students are clear and
meaningful.
Rising Scholars Program Oversees the Rising Scholars
Program, a pre-matriculation academic transition initiative
designed to support students from under-resourced educational
backgrounds
Placement Exams: Works with departments on an ongoing
basis to review existing placement exams and to develop new
instruments to ensure that exam content aligns with course
content.
Course Innovation Funds: Oversees the administration of
course innovation funds, including promoting, selecting, and
distributing funds to improve the quality of pedagogy, course
design, and undergraduate education at the College. Assesses the
success of funding initiatives.
Working Conditions:
The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its
discretion and based upon operational needs and objectives and
consistent with College Policy, which requires 5 days on-site in
Cambridge, MA during term time (first day of classes through
commencement), with the exception of student breaks. When not
working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in
hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in
compliance with the University’s Policy on
Employment Outside of Massachusetts .
Additional details about the College policy will be discussed
during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding
sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work
location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for
extended periods of time
- Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other
physical exertion
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
- Master’s degree in relevant field preferred
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong commitment to continuous process improvement
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with
faculty, administrators, and students.
- Experience with data management and analysis.
- Knowledge of the curriculum and ongoing curricular changes in
Harvard College.
Additional Information
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is
unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
Work Format Details
This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that
all duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or
Harvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit work
location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship
requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 059. Please visit
Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the
corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to
support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and
financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. 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
- Support for families and caregivers
- 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 .
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
Harvard University is committed to
equal opportunity and
non-discrimination . We seek talent
from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure
everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community
advance Harvard's academic purposes.
Harvard has an
equal employment opportunity policy
that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the
basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability,
or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the
university's
non-discrimination policy . Harvard's
equal employment opportunity policy
and
non-discrimination policy help all
community members participate fully in work and campus life free
from harassment and discrimination.
