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Software Engineer, Computational Policy Lab at HarvardUniversity

Department: Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public PolicySeniority in posting: other

Setup
Hybrid
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Type
Full-time, Contract
Level
mid
Posted

Description

The Harvard Kennedy School’s Professor Goel Computational Policy Lab is seeking a Software Engineer to develop complex software systems, generative AI tools, machine learning and natural language processing applications, and production-ready research systems. The role involves large-scale experimentation, randomized controlled trials, academic publications, and work on AI in education and public policy projects. It is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment ending one year from hire, with possible renewal, based on campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and requiring on-campus work three days per week. The position does not offer visa sponsorship.

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