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Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy at Harvard University – Cambridge, Massachusetts

Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02163, United States
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Salary:$11000 - $27500

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Position
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TitleAdjunct Lecturer in Public Policy
SchoolHarvard Kennedy School
Department/Area
Position Description
Harvard Kennedy School’s mission is to improve public policy and leadership, so people can live in societies that are safe, free, just, and sustainably prosperous. By combining cutting-edge research, the teaching of outstanding students, and direct interaction with practitioners, we have an impact on solving public problems that no other institution can match. At Harvard Kennedy School, you make a difference.

Harvard Kennedy School values excellence in teaching, and the opportunity to bring professional expertise into our classrooms. We invite applications for a range of adjunct (part-time) teaching appointments for the 2026-27 academic year. Courses must be designed for policy students in a professional school setting.

Candidates must hold an advanced degree (or substantial professional experience) in a relevant field and the ability to teach effectively in a policy-focused, professional school environment.

Applicants should submit a CV, course description and outline, and prior teaching evaluations (if available) to https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/15890

Our anticipated teaching needs include:

Methods:

Data Science

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence


Technology and Policy:

Cybersecurity and Privacy

Space Technology and Policy

Biotechnology and Society

Product Development and Management for the Public Sector

Digital Government

Technology Regulation

AI Policy

Social and Urban Policy

Urban Policy (e.g. Transportation, Housing, Infrastructure)

Migration

Education Policy

Criminal Justice Policy

Health Policy


Communications:

Data visualization

Podcasting

Social Media and Strategic Communications


Politics

Political Campaigning and Elections

Migration and Human Rights


Nonprofits

Nonprofit Management


We will begin considering applications on March 1, and we will continue to do so until the positions are filled.



Basic Qualifications
Candidates must hold an advanced degree (or substantial professional experience) in a relevant field and the ability to teach effectively in a policy-focused, professional school environment.
Additional Qualifications
Teaching experience at the graduate professional level is plus.
Special Instructions
Contact Information
Laura Medeiros
Contact Emailacademicpositions@hks.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$11,000-$27,500
Minimum Number of References Required
Maximum Number of References Allowed
Keywords
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please indicate your topic/field preference as noted in the position description.

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Proposed Course Description
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Course Evaluation
  3. Sample Syllabus

Job Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02163, United States

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