Asst Dir Rsrch Comp, DM
Harvard University
- Boston, MA
- $95,000-105,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
- Applicants with a Master's degree and 5 or more years of experience will be considered. Applicants with a PhD or JD and at least 3 years of experience will also be considered.
- Experience in a service organization, preferably in higher education, a research library or another type of research environment.
- Experience reviewing, interpreting, and managing research agreements, data use agreements or other contracts associated with accessing restricted information.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in dealing with internal and external partners.
- Advanced degree in law, information management, library science, business or related field, or equivalent experience is preferred.
- Experience guiding researchers on best practices for managing data and ensuring data are compliant with ethical (Institutional Review Board), contractual and data security requirements preferred.
- Experience maintaining a strict standard of confidentiality and ability to communicate with a diverse group of people with sensitivity.
- Takes initiative and ownership of work, following through to completion and executing with an appropriate sense of urgency.
- A strong customer service orientation with experience exercising diplomacy with high profile clients.
- Strong attention to detail.
- An interest in business research and experience working with faculty in an academic or research environment preferred.
- Collaborate with the Research Compliance team to build out communications, including newsletters and website content.
- Maintain active knowledge of evolving laws, regulations, policies, and privacy practices that apply to research activities through continuous professional development.
- Provide coverage to other Research Compliance team members based on research landscape and need.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Create and implement short- and long-term objectives for the Research Data Management Program, including but not limited to documenting processes and procedures, standardizing expectations for required reviews, trainings and privacy measures, and strategizing engagement with other HBS and University stakeholders who are involved in the research data landscape.
- Establish a coherent and comprehensive set of processes, procedures and guidance around proper research data management practices. This may include best practices for sharing data with collaborators, data disposition, publication preparation, as well as when to engage other HBS offices such as Information Security, Research Computing and Business Operations.
- Engage with stakeholders from around the University (e.g., OSP, Vice Provost for Research, Information Technology) and peer institutions, including participating in committees and workgroups, to comprehensively respond to current issues in the research landscape. This may include assessing and operationalizing new policies, regulations, or resources, and providing assistance to HBS research community on how to conduct research in a compliant manner.
- Develop training and education materials for researchers and research support staff on appropriate data management activities throughout the research life cycle, including advising on the importance of utilizing secure tools and resources, project start-up and closeout, and organizing data to prepare for dissemination. This may include collaborating with the Assistant Director of Research Compliance, Quality Improvement Program, to implement training and guidance.
- Support the negotiation of non-disclosure agreements, data use agreements, and other types of contracts governing the use, access, and purchase of research data. This may include negotiating NDAs and providing necessary context and information to those leading the negotiation of research agreements.
- Maintain an open line of communication with HBS research teams, and serve as the primary contact for faculty requests to access or acquire restricted data from third parties.
- Work closely and consistently with key partners across HBS and Harvard, including financial and business representatives, OSP negotiators, Baker Library, and HBS Information Security to identify issues and themes in the data acquisition and sharing processes, including areas for improvement.
- Educate and train researchers and staff on the end-to-end processes and requirements associated with initiating, operationalizing and closing DUAs, NDAs and other types of research agreements that govern access to or exchange of research data and information.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Research Compliance, Quality Improvement Program, to align relevant outreach and education to most effectively engage with HBS community and stakeholders.
- Work with Research Compliance team members to document and refine workflows, guidance, and communications related to research collaborations involving the exchange of research data and results.
- 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.