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Harvard University RA in Psychology in Cambridge, Massachusetts
66510BRAuto req ID:66510BRJob Code:S0358P FSS Student Services Officr IV Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Research Advisor in PsychologySub-Unit:Division of Continuing Education Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :058Time Status:Part-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:
PhD strongly preferred and experience advising students on independent research.
Keep abreast of current issues in psychology along with related research methods and have a genuine enthusiasm for exploring a variety of thesis topics with students.
Ability to work with graduate students in a broad age range with tact and diplomacy, while supporting academic standards of the program.
Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, and attention to detail.
Ability to work collegially with ALM staff.
Familiarity with Harvard strongly preferred.
Additional Information:
We will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
To be considered for this role, a resume and cover letter must be sent with application.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
Teaching opportunities in Psychology or a Psychology related field, while not part of this position, may be available for additional compensation, as a complement to this half-time position.
Department:Division of Continuing EducationPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule:The Psychology Research Advisor will have a regular half-time remote schedule and be present on campus for critical student events and office-wide meetings. Job Function:Faculty & Student Services School/Unit:Faculty of Arts and Sciences EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience
Working Conditions:
The Psychology Research Advisor will have a regular remote schedule and be present on campus for critical student events and office-wide meetings.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Position Description:
Reporting to the Director of Liberal Arts Graduate Degree Programs at Harvard Extension School, the Research Advisor in Psychology advises master’s candidates in the field of psychology, primarily, as well as in other social science fields, secondarily, on all aspects of the preparation and presentation of the master's thesis from identifying a suitable thesis topic, completing an acceptable thesis research proposal, and submitting final thesis projects in the required Harvard format.
This position meets with students individually.
Keeps office hours, and handles administrative details related to students' thesis projects, including transparent and detailed notetaking about students’ academic progress.
Runs semester-long, credit-bearing Crafting the Thesis Proposal (CTP) tutorials.
Approves students CTP applications and critiques and approves thesis proposals during the CTP tutorial assigning a satisfactory or unsatisfactory grade.
Recruits FAS faculty to serve as thesis directors.
The Research Advisor is a member of the Thesis Task Force.
This position will handle related projects and duties as needed.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-ZJ1Work Format Details:Added details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment. About Us:The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) includes four academic units serving about 30,000 domestic and international students annually, which allow Harvard to meet the learning needs of intellectually curious and highly motivated students from high school through retirement. Established in 1910, the Harvard Extension School (HES) offers access to Harvard faculty for a diverse community of adult learners, enrolling about 15,000 students. HES offers over 1,000 open enrollment courses — 85 percent of which are accessible online — and provides flexibility through noncredit, undergraduate, and graduate courses, including degrees, certificates, and a premedical program. The Harvard Summer School, founded in 1871, offers around 450 credit and noncredit courses both on the Harvard Campus and online, catering to 10,000 high school, college, and adult learners. Additionally, it offers more than 15 international study abroad programs, hosting up to 300 students each summer. Harvard DCE Professional & Executive Development delivers over 140 noncredit programs annually, reaching more than 3,600 participants through online platforms and its executive development center in Cambridge. The Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement offers about 140 peer-taught courses to approximately 550 active members.
