Careers

Careers

At the heart of Harvard are its people. Across every department and role, our employees bring their talents, perspectives, and passion to drive progress and impact. Join a community where your work matters – where you can grow, collaborate, and contribute to something greater. At the heart of Harvard is you. 

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Ready to be part of something more?

Thank you for your interest in employment at Harvard University. At this time, Harvard has implemented a temporary pause on all non-essential staff and faculty hiring across the University. We are, however, actively seeking candidates for any positions that are currently posted.

Harvard University offers a dynamic environment where employees, across departments and roles, contribute to groundbreaking research, education, and societal impact. With thousands of staff members across eleven Schools and central administration, there are abundant opportunities to grow and make a difference, both on campus and beyond.

From IT, administration and faculty and student services to operations, facilities, dining, events and communications, from supporting labs and research centers to managing libraries, departments and buildings – across campus, throughout Greater Boston, and beyond, we invite you to discover our opportunities.

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Harvard’s Pay and Salary Ranges

Harvard offers competitive salaries that are designed to attract, retain, and reward the performance of talented employees, with a commitment to a data-driven approach to staff compensation. Learn about our position salary ranges and grades.

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Harvard’s Schools and Departments

Harvard may conjure up images of ivy-covered walls and grassy quads – but with eleven schools, multiple allied institutions, and a presence in 16 countries, Harvard reaches well beyond the banks of the Charles River in Massachusetts.

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Why Harvard?

At Harvard, you’ll join a vibrant community that advances our world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, while letting you build your own career.

Contingent Workforce

Harvard University welcomes individuals to contribute their skills and talents in a variety of ways – including in temporary (or contingent) roles.

Pathway Programs

Harvard offers several dedicated pathway programs designed to foster professional development and bridge the opportunity divide.