About this role
Job Summary:
The Faculty Assistant (FA) provides administrative and operational support to faculty to enable effective teaching and research. The FA serves as the primary point of contact for administrative matters and coordinates day-to-day activities. Strong in-person presence required.
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
Manage calendars, travel, expenses, and daily administrative needs of up to 10 faculty membersPrepare correspondence , reports, and meeting materialsServe as primary administrative support for faculty activities (e.g., events, visitors, purchasing)Route faculty requests to proper functional partner, serving as their main point-of-contact to functional partners and shared service centersProvide support for faculty members directly related to their teaching and research portfolioProvide support for events led by facultyMay be responsible for obtaining permissions and copyright registration.Updates Canvas course materials when TFs are not available.Submit faculty concur expense reportsAssists designated faculty with the submission of corporate card receipts, required financial forms, and advises faculty of upcoming payment deadlines.Uses multiple technical applications including word processing, database management, spreadsheets, graphics and presentation software, electronic calendar, email, and other technical/scientific applicationsMay perform other related duties as assigned, including sharing responsibility for general administrative coverage such as reception and event support.Working Conditions:
May be expected to work on campus up to four days per week.This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Basic Qualifications:
Three years minimum of administrative or customer support experience.Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detailProfessional written and verbal communication skillsDiscretion and sound judgmentAbility to work independently and escalate issues appropriatelyStakeholder coordinationAbility to directly support multiple faculty simultaneously with a customer-service orientationFamiliarity with higher education, research administration, or academic operations preferredAbility to handle confidential information with discretion.Ability to work across teams and with a variety of projects and constituencies.Strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint required. Experience with Canvas and Concur a plus.Certificates and Licenses:
Will require completion of internal financial, procurement, or research compliance training Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per weekVisa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionPre-Employment Screening: IdentityOther Information: Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this positionOther Information: All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.Job Architecture: Academic & Faculty Support Operations, Grade 53, Individual ContributorWork Format Details
This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 053. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
Generous paid time off including parental leave Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one Retirement plans with university contributions Wellbeing and mental health resources Support for families and caregivers Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
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