Kubelt
Postdoctoral Fellow, Digital, Data, and Design Institute - Laboratory for Innova
Kubelt, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Postdoctoral Fellow, Digital, Data, and Design Institute - Laboratory for Innovation Science School: Harvard Business School
The Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute and the LISH /Data Science & AI Operations Lab seek enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellows skilled in computer science, statistics, operations research, or related computational fields. As part of an interdisciplinary research team dedicated to advancing management science, the fellows will develop novel quantitative methods at the interface of statistical learning, experimental design, and optimization to address challenges created by the operationalization of AI within partner organizations.
Responsibilities
Play a pivotal role within the LISH /Data and Science Operations Lab team, collaborating with Harvard Business School (HBS) and D^3 faculty and researchers to develop methods that underpin modern organizations.
Engage in research projects spanning Business Model Transformation, Operating Model Transformation, Organizational and Workforce Transformation, Performance and Metrics, Data Privacy and Transparency, and Societal Impact.
Develop new methods at the interface of statistical learning, experimental design, and optimization for AI-driven business use cases.
Required Expertise
Causal inference and the design and analysis of experiments
Reinforcement learning and sequential decision‑making
Analysis of complex systems, networks, and large‑scale data
Machine learning, generative AI, NLP, or algorithmic decision systems
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Statistics, Operations Research or Management, Computer Science, or Information Systems. All degree requirements must be satisfied prior to the fellowship start date.
If you obtained your Ph.D. in the past 12 months you must provide a certificate of completion or a letter from the institution’s Registrar stating that all requirements have been satisfied and indicating the date of conferment.
Additional Qualifications
Strong background in operations research, statistics, or computer science.
Ability to work across disciplinary boundaries to generate rigorous, high‑impact insights.
No teaching obligations for this position.
Application Details
Statement of research
Two letters of recommendation
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Please apply via the Harvard system. Do not contact lab faculty; if you have questions, contact d3@harvard.edu.
The review process will begin on January 7 and interviews will occur on a rolling basis. Candidates may be asked to undergo an assessment as part of the interview process.
Additional Information
Term positions starting July 2026 (start date flexible) through June 30, 2027, with possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.
Relocation funding not provided.
Hybrid work: some onsite, some remote. Onsite required at the Boston, MA campus; days determined with manager.
Interviews conducted virtually (phone and/or Zoom) for selected candidates.
Contact Information Harvard Business School Soldiers Field Road Boston, MA 02163
Salary $75,000 annually
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.
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Postdoctoral Fellow, Digital, Data, and Design Institute - Laboratory for Innovation Science School: Harvard Business School
The Digital Data Design (D^3) Institute and the LISH /Data Science & AI Operations Lab seek enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellows skilled in computer science, statistics, operations research, or related computational fields. As part of an interdisciplinary research team dedicated to advancing management science, the fellows will develop novel quantitative methods at the interface of statistical learning, experimental design, and optimization to address challenges created by the operationalization of AI within partner organizations.
Responsibilities
Play a pivotal role within the LISH /Data and Science Operations Lab team, collaborating with Harvard Business School (HBS) and D^3 faculty and researchers to develop methods that underpin modern organizations.
Engage in research projects spanning Business Model Transformation, Operating Model Transformation, Organizational and Workforce Transformation, Performance and Metrics, Data Privacy and Transparency, and Societal Impact.
Develop new methods at the interface of statistical learning, experimental design, and optimization for AI-driven business use cases.
Required Expertise
Causal inference and the design and analysis of experiments
Reinforcement learning and sequential decision‑making
Analysis of complex systems, networks, and large‑scale data
Machine learning, generative AI, NLP, or algorithmic decision systems
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Statistics, Operations Research or Management, Computer Science, or Information Systems. All degree requirements must be satisfied prior to the fellowship start date.
If you obtained your Ph.D. in the past 12 months you must provide a certificate of completion or a letter from the institution’s Registrar stating that all requirements have been satisfied and indicating the date of conferment.
Additional Qualifications
Strong background in operations research, statistics, or computer science.
Ability to work across disciplinary boundaries to generate rigorous, high‑impact insights.
No teaching obligations for this position.
Application Details
Statement of research
Two letters of recommendation
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Please apply via the Harvard system. Do not contact lab faculty; if you have questions, contact d3@harvard.edu.
The review process will begin on January 7 and interviews will occur on a rolling basis. Candidates may be asked to undergo an assessment as part of the interview process.
Additional Information
Term positions starting July 2026 (start date flexible) through June 30, 2027, with possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.
Relocation funding not provided.
Hybrid work: some onsite, some remote. Onsite required at the Boston, MA campus; days determined with manager.
Interviews conducted virtually (phone and/or Zoom) for selected candidates.
Contact Information Harvard Business School Soldiers Field Road Boston, MA 02163
Salary $75,000 annually
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.
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