Strategic Analytics Fellow

Posting date: March 03, 2026

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1. Job Type Full-time
2. Location Cambridge
3. School/Unit Harvard University Central Administration
4. Salary Grade 056
5. Job Function Research
6. FLSA Status Exempt
7. Term Appointment Yes
8. Union 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Company 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 University Central Administration?

Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals.

Job Description

The Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA), part of the Office of the Provost, supports Harvard’s leadership by providing institutional data analysis and reporting. OIRA serves as a trusted resource for implementing best practices in data synthesis and translation and supports a broad set of university functions, works closely with partners across Harvard. Link to OIRA website: https://oira.harvard.edu/.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

We are seeking applicants for our Strategic Analytics Fellow to be a key contributor and collaborate with other OIRA team members to help realize the Office’s goals of presenting important institutional data to diverse audiences and executing research projects that address strategic questions for the University. Under the direction of the Senior Research Analyst, the Fellow will work with internal Harvard clients on analytics consulting projects, ranging from student enrollment management and graduate outcomes to University-wide surveys and faculty trends.

The ideal candidate will have experience with, or an eagerness to learn more about, multiple steps in the data lifecycle, including acquisition, cleaning, processing, analysis, and visualization. Knowledge of basic statistical methods is also desirable, as well as comfort working with quantitative and/or qualitative data. An interest in higher education and the organizational structure of universities is a must.

We will consider applicants from all academic backgrounds and schools, and we encourage recent Harvard College and graduate/professional school graduates to apply.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with team members to produce descriptive and inferential analyses using data from a variety of sources and statistical software.
• Work with team members to collect and refine data from personnel across the University.
• Assist with creating deliverables such as slide decks, interactive files, or dashboards.
• Assist with ensuring thorough project documentation and metadata are maintained.
• Assist with OIRA events, training and outreach as assigned.

THIS IS A TERM POSITION ENDING ON 2/28/27

Qualifications

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications to be considered for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience working with quantitative or qualitative data, either through coursework or on the job.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language or statistical software package (preferably R) and a strong interest in learning R.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively on a team.
• Experience working in a higher education setting, or strong interest in learning more about higher education.
• Excellent analytical skills and some knowledge of statistics, either through coursework or job-based experiences.
• Strong quantitative skills. Excellent writing abilities and able to communicate effectively with collaborators and clients within the University community.
• Ability to use utmost discretion while working with confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to manage diverse and changing priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Additional Information

• Appointment End Date:2/28/2027
• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screenings:Identity and Education
• Other Information:
  • PLEASE NOTE:This is a term appointment ending on 2/28/2027.
  • It is anticipated that this position will be hybrid with some on-campus presence
  • Candidates should supply a cover letter in addition to their resume.
  • This position will have a 3-month orientation and review period.

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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. 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 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.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. 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.