Case Researcher

Have you ever wondered about how companies are adapting to the threats of climate change? How new AI tools are impacting marketing departments? Or how HR leaders are working to improve diversity and inclusion efforts? Are you a strong writer who loves learning? If so, consider joining the Case Research & Writing Group (CRG) at Harvard Business School (HBS).

The CRG helps HBS faculty members develop course materials, in particular case studies, that train future leaders in the HBS MBA and Executive Education programs. To do so, we interview business leaders and others (politicians, professional athletes, entertainers, philanthropists, and more) about their most pressing challenges and organizational dilemmas. Travel may be involved. In addition to interviews, we gather library research, and then we write. HBS cases are sold worldwide and impact tens of thousands of students. We are a tightly knit, highly collaborative, feedback-driven team. Case Researchers occasionally work on other course development projects (such as video supplements or teaching guides) and participate in CRG recruiting, training, and mentoring activities.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Reporting to either the Director or Assistant Director, Case Research and Writing Group, the Case Researcher has the following responsibilities:

• With faculty guidance, writes case studies based on field and/or library research, supports the development of course materials, including teaching notes and teaching plans and multimedia materials; manage timelines, drafts and deliverables, creates basic case components (e.g., tables, charts, graphs)
• Knows the case template and understands the case submission process
• Help faculty with project management tasks related to more complex course materials development efforts

Other Duties: 

• Once experienced, Case Researchers are expected to participate in CRG-level activities such as recruiting, training, mentoring and on-boarding. 
• Build trust and collaboration by being present on-site and engaging directly with colleagues and various constituents.
• Be responsible for other duties as assigned