Director of Education and Scientific Outreach, Harvard Quantum Initiative

Auto req ID

57195BR

Job Code

S0558P FSS Academic Affairs Officr IV

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Business Title

Director of Education and Scientific Outreach, Harvard Quantum Initiative

Sub-Unit

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Salary Grade

058

Time Status

Full-time

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Ph.D. in science or engineering field strongly preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to STEM outreach
• Experience as an educator in a field related to quantum science and engineering
• Knowledge of learning and instructional design
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

COVID Vaccine Policy
The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Harvard offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness Options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complimentary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

We regret that Harvard University is unable to provide work authorization or visa sponsorship for this position.

All formal offers will be made by FAS HR.

Department

Harvard Quantum Initiative

Pre-Employment Screening

Education, Identity

Schedule

35 hours per week

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

Physical Requirements

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting
• This position will be based on our campus in MA, with the possibility to have a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. The selected candidate will need to be on campus as business needs require. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, and VT).
  
  

Position Description

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of recruiting, admission, events, and programs related to Quantum Science and Engineering Ph.D. program
• Oversee the progress of, and act as an advising resource to, graduate students in Quantum Science and Engineering Ph.D. program
• Review program goals, policy, curriculum, and program requirements and make recommendations for improvement
• Advance HQI’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging by overseeing strategies to broaden participation from underrepresented groups in QSE; develop a supportive ecosystem of proactive mentoring, advising, and professional development to enable all students to achieve their full potential
• Partner with faculty to develop coursework in quantum science and engineering at the graduate and undergraduate level; participate in production of online educational modules
• Develop partnerships with academic institutions and industry to advance the educational mission of the Harvard Quantum Initiative
• Develop events, programs, and communications related to scientific outreach in quantum science and engineering (QSE)
• Serve as Project Coordinator and/or Education Director for HQI grant-funded projects focused on education and outreach
• Develop reports and analyze statistics pertaining to course development, teaching effort, student progress, grant-funded projects, and diversity, inclusion, and belonging goals
• May provide ongoing training and documentation
• May act as representative of the HQI education programs at the department or school level

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.