Careers
At the Belfer Center, your career will have real world impact. We confront the most consequential challenges to global peace and security through providing timely research, platforming diverse and trusted voices, and elevating the leaders of tomorrow.
Whether you are joining us for entry-level positions as a future leader keen to have a voice in science and international affairs, or are an experienced hand at strategy, research, development or administration, we hire for a range of research and non-research roles.
Explore our open opportunities below.
Operations and Administration Manager
The Operations and Administration Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of a wide range of programming and engagement activities, as well as managing our student fellowship cohort at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School.
Working on the Operations team at the Belfer Center, the Operations and Administration Manager will contribute to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community that promotes dialogue, knowledge sharing, and networking among scholars, practitioners, and stakeholders in the fields of science and international affairs. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations. The Operations team develops and implements Center-wide activities, policies, and procedures. Within the Operations team, this position will have a lead role in organizing signature events and supporting high-level visitors requested by the Belfer Center Director, as well as directly managing our student fellowship program. This position will work closely and collaboratively with other members of the Operations team, including the Events and Engagement Coordinator and Fellowship and Operations Coordinator, as well as other staff supporting the Belfer Center leadership.
Read the full job description and requirements on the Harvard Careers Portal.
Location: The role is based in Cambridge, MA with the expectation of on-site work at the Belfer Center.
Standard Hours/ Schedule: 40 hours per week.
Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in administration and operations, including experience with events management.
Salary Grade: 056
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Students are deeply involved in the operation and success of our research projects and efforts. They conduct collaborative and independent research under the guidance of faculty, senior fellows, and staff.
Explore opportunities with the Arctic Initiative and apply here.
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As a Research Assistant, you will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in geopolitics, emerging technology, foreign policy, the energy transition, great power competition, and more.