"Director, Program on Higher Education Research"

The Institute for Quantitative Social Science (IQSS) at Harvard University has established a new Program on Higher Education Research. This program conducts and supports rigorous research on topics pertaining to higher education and houses the Council on Academic Freedom at Harvard (CAFH), a faculty-led group dedicated to promoting academic freedom, civil discourse, and viewpoint diversity.

The Director will oversee all aspects of program operations, communications, donor relations, and programming. Responsibilities include strategic leadership, such as developing and implementing strategic plans; day-to-day operational oversight, including staff recruitment and scholarly activities; public relations, such as managing communications and media outreach; organizing events; budgeting and finance management; development activities, including donor relations; and pursuing external research grants.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of administrative management experience. Additional skills include a commitment to free inquiry, strong leadership, and familiarity with Harvard’s community.