Divisional Technology Partner, Social Science Division

Job overview

The Divisional Technology Partner, Social Science Division role is hybrid, based in Cambridge, MA, with 3–4 days in person; compensation is not specified. The position supports Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Harvard University Information Technology, whose mission is to empower the Harvard community with technology for education, knowledge, and discovery. This role aligns technology investments with divisional priorities and represents Social Science Division needs in broader enterprise decisions. It coordinates demand planning, issue escalation, and solutions so technology resources and services support academic and operational goals.

What you'll do

• Document local FAS technology needs and gather feedback on IT systems and services
• manage investment request intake
• align investments with academic and operational priorities
• facilitate demand planning and IT roadmap development
• coordinate shared solutions across FAS
• report on divisional IT investments and impact
• represent divisional perspectives on enterprise applications and platforms
• triage escalations and route issues
• prioritize unit needs within budget
• approve limited service-catalog exceptions
• make computer refresh and allocation decisions
• communicate IT changes
• collaborate with stakeholders and provide or arrange training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

divisional technology partner

social science division

harvard university

cambridge ma

hybrid

it investment planning

technology roadmap

stakeholder engagement

enterprise applications

issue escalation

higher education

bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off including parental leave
• medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• retirement plans with university contributions
• wellbeing and mental health resources
• family and caregiver support
• professional development including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• commuter benefits, discounts, and campus perks.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with 3–4 days in person; Harvard states it cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.

About the employer

Harvard University Central Administration is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.