Research Navigator

The Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) is excited to announce a groundbreaking initiative aimed at establishing a premier research enablement environment for public policy. Over the next two years, we will implement and rigorously evaluate innovative strategies to tackle the growing complexities of the research and research compliance landscape. This role is crucial in driving this transformative work.As a vital member of the Research Computing and Data Services (RCDS) team within Library and Research Services (LRS) at HKS, and reporting directly to the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, the Research Navigator will oversee the creation of a streamlined logistical framework for navigating the research compliance ecosystem that Principal Investigators and researchers encounter at HKS. You will develop systems to monitor ongoing research throughout its lifecycle, pinpoint obstacles, and take proactive measures to eliminate barriers and resolve bottlenecks. Collaborating extensively across multiple administrative offices within HKS and across Harvard, you will engage in problem-solving, design, and propose policy and process enhancements to ensure prompt initiation of research projects. Under the guidance of the HKS Chief Research Data & Privacy Officer and the Director of Research Computing and Data Services, this position will also explore and pilot new initiatives to enhance the research experience at HKS.We are looking for candidates who possess:An innovative and entrepreneurial mindset combined with robust analytical and logistical skills.A demonstrated ability to function effectively in a distributed organization that necessitates collaboration with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals.A capacity to engage with research, business, legal, and technical experts as needed to devise and implement solutions.A proactive approach and proven capability to tackle cross-functional challenges across organizational boundaries.Experience working effectively in collaborative or team environments.A commitment to fostering belonging, community, and connections within the workplace.At LRS, we prioritize continuous learning. You will be encouraged to pursue new areas of knowledge relevant to this role and apply your new skills on the job. Additionally, you will support and promote this learning culture among other LRS members.HKS, including LRS, is dedicated to cultivating a welcoming and supportive environment for staff, faculty, and students. This position will contribute to building such a community and fostering an atmosphere in LRS that values and prioritizes belonging, community, and connection.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Scientist to join our innovative team in Cambridge. In this role, you will conduct groundbreaking research, analyze data, and contribute to the development of new solutions in our field. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive projects from ideation to execution, ensuring scientific rigor and excellence.

Join our team at Integrated Resources Inc. as an Associate Research Scientist, where you will contribute to cutting-edge research projects that impact real-world applications. We are looking for passionate individuals eager to innovate and collaborate in a dynamic environment. In this role, you will support senior scientists in the design and execution of experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in scientific research.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Associate to join our dynamic team at Integrated Resources, Inc. As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in conducting research, analyzing data, and supporting various projects that contribute to the advancement of our organization’s goals.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with cross-functional teams, preparing reports, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development in a fast-paced environment.

Join Harvard University as a Research Analyst where your analytical skills will contribute to groundbreaking research projects. As a Research Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets, providing insights that will drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with faculty and researchers to enhance the university's research capabilities and contribute to impactful studies.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Scientist to join our innovative team in Cambridge. As a key member of our research department, you will be responsible for conducting cutting-edge experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in your field. You will collaborate with a diverse group of scientists and researchers to drive projects that align with our mission of advancing scientific knowledge.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate to join our dynamic team at Integrated Resources, Inc. In this pivotal role, you will conduct advanced research, analyze data, and contribute to innovative projects that drive our mission forward. If you are passionate about scientific research and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Senior Research Associate to join our dynamic team in Cambridge. In this role, you will contribute to innovative research projects and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive impactful findings.

About the Role The Access to Justice Lab at Harvard University is hiring a full-time Research Assistant I. This role supports research focused on improving access to justice. The position is based in Cambridge. What You Will Do Assist with research projects that study access to justice issues Support data collection, analysis, and reporting Contribute to policy analysis and related tasks as needed Who This Role Suits This position fits individuals interested in starting a career in social justice research or policy analysis. Recent graduates and those seeking hands-on experience in an academic research setting are encouraged to apply.

Role Overview Harvard University seeks a Research Analyst II to support academic projects through research and analysis. This position is based in Cambridge. What You Will Do Conduct research and data analysis to support academic initiatives Work closely with faculty and students on projects across multiple disciplines Contribute to the development and dissemination of research findings Collaboration and Impact This role plays a part in advancing knowledge at Harvard by partnering with both faculty and students on a range of research efforts.

We are open to hiring for this role at various levels of expertise. For the right candidate, this position can be structured as a Senior Research Manager, with compensation tailored to experience and the anticipated scope of work, potentially exceeding the listed pay rate.About the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a nonprofit research organization dedicated to promoting research and education aimed at facilitating a safe and beneficial transition to advanced AI systems. Our efforts include generating original research and accelerating AI safety initiatives through our fellowship programs.Our first summer fellowship cohort has already published significant papers at the Mechanistic Interpretability Workshop at NeurIPS and had accepted papers at ICLR. Additionally, some fellows have transitioned to roles at Goodfire and Redwood Research. Following a successful launch in 2025, we are poised for rapid expansion in 2026, with plans to host multiple fellowship cycles (Fall, Spring, and Summer), double our fellowship cohort, and quadruple our team size.Refer candidates to us and earn $5,000 if they are hired.The RoleIn this role, you will collaborate closely with research fellows and their esteemed mentors—renowned researchers from Cambridge and beyond—to support pioneering work on interpretability, AI control, formal verification for provably safe AI, evaluations, and various aspects of AI governance and policy. We are looking for research managers with experience in both technical research and governance and policy research.Research Management Responsibilities (0.7 FTE)Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with fellows to provide constructive feedback on research progress, assist in overcoming challenges, and coach them through issues such as debugging research methodologies and preparing literature scaffolds, as well as supporting data collection, analysis, and methodology development for experiments and hypothesis testing.Offer feedback on fellows' research and help cultivate an environment that encourages rigorous approaches among them.Connect fellows with relevant resources, literature, and opportunities available during and after the fellowship program.Facilitate communication between fellows and their mentors to ensure a supportive research ecosystem.

Job Summary: The Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University is on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Research Manager. This pivotal role involves overseeing and enhancing the analytical efforts of the Center, which collaborates with school districts, charter school networks, and state education agencies to apply rigorous research methodologies and data analysis to inform strategic management and policy decisions. CEPR is dedicated to revolutionizing education through research and evidence, and believes that all students can succeed when education leaders rely on data-driven decision-making rather than intuition or untested assumptions. The Senior Research Manager will play a crucial role in this mission by leading innovative quantitative research on key issues and developing agile research models that better equip education leaders. The selected candidate will spearhead the development, management, and execution of high-quality analyses on significant educational topics. This role will likely involve managing a research partnership with an education non-profit organization in the Philippines and its governmental partners, focusing on school improvement and research agenda development. Additionally, the Senior Research Manager will support various projects within CEPR and supervise Research Analysts across multiple initiatives.Duties & Responsibilities:As a Senior Research Manager, your primary responsibilities will include:Leading analytics across diverse projects throughout the research life cycle, which entails formulating research questions, designing studies, writing grant proposals, collecting data, conducting analyses, and authoring reports and academic papers.Managing research analysts while providing professional development and training workshops to enhance their research competencies and professional skills through mentorship and collaborative learning experiences.Delivering technical training to analysts and staff from local education agencies on research methodologies and appropriate statistical methods.Facilitating joint meetings for the research team, project directors, and principal investigators.Collaborating closely with executive leadership, principal investigators, and representatives from partner organizations to refine ideas and strategies for new projects, identifying funding opportunities, and designing research frameworks.Ensuring the effective execution of research projects by developing comprehensive work plans, adhering to project timelines, and coordinating tasks for ongoing and future CEPR projects.Building professional relationships of trust with internal and external stakeholders, including data administration personnel, program staff, and principal investigators.Ensuring the integrity and quality of all research outputs.

Harvard University is seeking an innovative and strategic Associate Director of Research to lead groundbreaking research initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of research methodologies, strong leadership skills, and a passion for academic excellence. This role involves collaborating with faculty and students to enhance research output and drive impactful scholarship.

Join our dynamic team at Integrated Resources Inc. as a Senior Neurology Research Associate, where you will play a pivotal role in advancing groundbreaking research in neurology. You will collaborate with top-tier professionals, contributing to innovative projects that drive the future of neurological health.

Join our team as a Research Lab Technician where you will play a crucial role in supporting innovative research projects within a dynamic laboratory environment. You will be responsible for conducting experiments, collecting data, and assisting in the development of cutting-edge technologies.

Role Overview Active Site seeks Research Protocol Technicians to support projects in cell and molecular biology. This position involves independent lab work and contributes to research on how AI can assist biological experimentation. Key Details Location: On-site in Cambridge, MA (Kendall Square) Schedule: Part-time, 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Choose either 9 AM–1 PM or 1 PM–5 PM. Duration: Temporary, 8 weeks (June 26 to August 21, 2026) Compensation: $26.25 per hour. Bonus potential ranges from $230 to $2,400. About Active Site Active Site is a nonprofit research organization focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence and biology. The team collects and analyzes real-world data to understand how AI can enhance human capabilities in biological research. This project explores how people with minimal biology backgrounds can self-learn essential lab techniques, with findings aimed at advancing AI’s role in science. What You Will Do Lab Projects: Carry out DNA assembly (molecular cloning), mammalian cell culture, and cell transfection in BSL-1 and BSL-2 labs. AI Tools: Use AI and standard online resources as needed throughout the project. Independent Work: Complete assignments without direct technical mentorship from staff or other technicians. Each technician receives a dedicated workspace, equipment, and supplies, and works alongside about 40 other researchers. Who Should Apply Entry-Level Experience: Applicants should have no more than two weeks of prior biology lab experience (including jobs, internships, independent projects, or lab-based courses in cell culture, cloning, or related techniques). Current Lab Work: Those currently practicing biological laboratory research are not eligible.

Join RAND Europe as a Research Analyst in the Health and Care sector, where you will play a pivotal role in influencing policy and decision-making through rigorous analysis and research. You will work with a team of experts to assess health challenges and propose evidence-based solutions, making a tangible impact on public health outcomes.

At Iterative Health, we are at the forefront of healthcare technology and services, dedicated to revolutionizing clinical research and enhancing patient outcomes. Our Site Network is a distinguished consortium of over 70 clinical research sites across the United States and Europe, accelerating the introduction of innovative therapies in gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatology. We focus on empowering our partner sites with technology-driven services, combining extensive clinical trial expertise with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI), enabling research teams and sponsors to broaden and hasten access to essential therapeutics for patients.We are pioneering the integration of advanced, proprietary AI tools in cardiology and drug development, aiming to significantly enhance clinical decision-making while improving patient lives through superior diagnosis, disease management, and treatment.As a Senior Clinical Research Specialist I, you will report to the Head of Cardiology and Growth, collaborating closely with the Director of Clinical Research (Cardiology) to integrate Iterative Health’s services and AI solutions at cardiology-focused clinical research sites nationwide. This role requires exceptional communication skills, customer engagement, and comprehensive clinical research expertise, coupled with a robust strategic skill set. You will directly support a portfolio of sites by assessing their current state using our established methodologies, delivering tailored training and ongoing assistance to promote research best practices, drive the adoption of Iterative Health’s services, and ensure that our sites meet their research objectives.

Join the Cambridge Boston Alignment InitiativeThe Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to pioneering research and educational initiatives aimed at ensuring a safe and beneficial transition to advanced AI systems. Our mission focuses on producing original research and accelerating AI safety through comprehensive fellowship programs.Since our initial summer fellowship cohort, we have achieved significant milestones, including published papers at prominent conferences such as NeurIPS and ICLR. As we enter 2026, we are poised for rapid growth, planning multiple fellowship cycles and expanding our team significantly.Refer candidates to us, and if hired, you will receive a $5,000 referral bonus!Your RoleAs a Research Program Associate, you will collaborate closely with Research Managers, mentors, and program leadership to design and refine the frameworks that empower fellows to excel in their research. This is a pivotal program-building position where you will create systems for mentor matching, research goal tracking, progress assessment, and problem-solving support for fellows.Program Design & Development (0.6 FTE)Enhance CBAI's fellow selection process and program deliverables.Identify effective outreach channels and manage outreach campaigns for future iterations.Develop evaluation frameworks to assess fellow progress and program effectiveness.Implement structural improvements based on feedback from fellows, mentors, and research managers.Assist in the planning and execution of fellowship events, such as speaker series and poster days.Fellow & Mentor Experience (0.4 FTE)Design and oversee the onboarding process for mentors, ensuring a positive experience.

The Research Analyst position at Harvard University centers on supporting research projects through thorough analysis and thoughtful insights. This role is located in Cambridge and contributes directly to the university's ongoing research efforts. Key Responsibilities Carry out detailed analyses to advance active research initiatives Offer insights that inform strategies and assist decision-making across several departments Location This position is based on-site in Cambridge.