Predoctoral Research Associate – HBS (Summer 2026)

Position Overview
Harvard Business School (HBS) is hiring several Predoctoral Research Associates to begin in Summer 2026. This full-time role offers the chance to join one of the world’s leading business schools and contribute to groundbreaking research in fields such as finance, marketing, strategy, and management. If you are considering business faculty jobs, this opportunity provides a unique pathway to gain research experience in a top global institution.

Responsibilities
Support faculty research across HBS’s academic units including Accounting & Management, Finance, Strategy, and more.
• Conduct independent research and analysis on assigned topics.
• Write cases, reports, and articles for academic and business audiences.
• Use data science tools and statistical programming to analyze research data.
• Prepare case supplements, project memos, and policy briefs.
• Work under faculty guidance while exercising independent judgment and problem-solving.
• Ensure compliance with Harvard and federal research standards.
• Collaborate in a hybrid work model, balancing on-campus and remote research tasks.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree with GPA above 3.5 required.
• Demonstrated ability in independent research and academic writing.
• Strong skills in analysis, interpretation of data, and critical thinking.
• High attention to detail, excellent organization, and commitment to deadlines.
• Experience with statistical software or programming preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $63,000 – $100,200 (Grade 055).
Benefits include:
• Generous paid time off and parental leave.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement plan with university contributions.
• Wellbeing and mental health resources.
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities.
• Commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks.

About the Institution
Harvard Business School, founded in 1908, is a global leader in management education. Located on a 40-acre Boston campus, HBS is home to world-class MBA, Doctoral, Executive Education, and Online programs. The school is known for bold research, case-based teaching, and a thriving ecosystem of ideas and innovation. As part of Harvard University, HBS provides a collaborative environment that shapes the future of business education worldwide.

Application Instructions
Applications must include:
• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Transcript
• Writing sample (code sample may also be requested)

Appointments begin Summer 2026 and run through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal to June 2028 based on performance and funding. This is a hybrid position requiring at least three days per week on campus in Boston, MA. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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