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65698BRAuto req ID:65698BRJob Code:RS0057 Researcher III Humanities Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Senior Legal ResearcherSub-Unit:------------ Appointment End Date:30-Jun-2025Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree (or alternatively a law degree from the US or abroad) and 5+ years of experience (including in an educational context) in conducting legal research and writing analyses of such research.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

We are looking for people who have:

• Authored or co-authored substantial articles of legal research;

• Substantial experience working with law school professors and/or high-level judges on substantial legal analyses;

• Strong command of the away of tools used in legal and legal policy research;

• Strong analytical abilities for carrying out such research; and

• Substantial experience in legal and policy writing.

Additional Information:

This is a term appointment currently expected to extend through 6/30/25, with potential for renewal subject to funding and departmental need.

We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Department:Program on Corproate GovernancePre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentityJob Function:Research Position Description:

As a Senior Legal Researcher, you will:

• Carry out independent research on key legal and policy questions for PCG research studies led by PCG Faculty Director;

• Work closely with the PCG Faculty Director on developing and writing up such research studies;

• Review and analyze independently existing scholarly work, as well as relevant materials and documents that could provide a basis for such studies;

• Identify and review legal materials that could be useful for the Program’s activities; and

• Take on other tasks using legal tools as requested by the Faculty Director.

To learn more about the Program and the Forum please visit here (https://pcg.law.harvard.edu/) and here (https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/) .

School/Unit:Harvard Law School 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.Job Summary:

The Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Law School (https://pcg.law.harvard.edu/) (“PCG”) seeks to foster research and scholarship about corporate governance and facilitate discourse in this field among academics, practitioners, and policymakers.

The Program has an opportunity for a Senior Legal Researcher. The Senior Legal Researcher is expected to, using the Researcher’s command of legal research tools, work closely with the PCG Faculty Director on major PCG research projects and producing substantial research studies.

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.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• 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.

Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-TB1Work Format Details:Work may be allocated between on campus and remote work based on business needs and manager approval. About Us:Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School (https://hls.harvard.edu/)  is a place where you can thrive.