Predoctoral Research Associate - July 1, 2025 Start - Harvard University

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and advanced coursework in economics, mathematics, quantitative sciences, or business-related field required.
• Statistical programming and a basic understanding of econometrics. Proficiency in Stata, SAS, R, and/or Python.
• Experience with empirical research methods.
• Strong critical thinking and excellent writing skills to assist with drafting of manuscripts and presentations.

Additional Information

Please do not contact Professor Cullen directly. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

These are term appointments starting July 1st, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with an expectation of reappointment until June 30, 2027, based on funding and performance. This appointment has flexibility to start earlier than July 1st. All Research Associate roles at HBS are structured as one-year term appointments, but Professor Cullen prefers candidates willing to commit for two years.

This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice.

We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.

A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity. All candidates will be expected to submit a writing sample, transcript, and a code sample to be reviewed by an HBS statistician.

Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.

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