Research Opportunities

wire structureMany students pursue a research opportunity as their employment experience.  There are many opportunities for undergraduates to pursue research projects – either independently or as a research assistant for a faculty member.  Research positions may be volunteer, paid, or funded through programs to which you or a faculty member must apply separately.

Graduate students are encouraged to speak directly with faculty members at their particular school to inquire about positions.

Research Opportunities for Undergraduates:

  • Paid Research Assistant Positions: Search the Jobs Database for these paid positions.  Though we try to streamline, not all faculty members or departments use the SEO Jobs Database to post positions, so you may want to visit individual academic department websites to see if positions are posted there or contact a faculty member directly.
  • Independent Research: Pursue an independent research project with a Harvard faculty member as a research mentor and apply for funding to support your endeavors. Visit the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships for more information and consult the Funding Database to learn of specific grants.
  • Research for Class Credit: Discuss this option (often as a 91R) with your academic advisor or Director of Undergraduate Studies.
  • Radcliffe Research Partnerships post undergraduate research assistant positions for a wide variety of projects. Visit their website or the jobs database for a list of open opportunities. 

Faculty Aide Program

Interested in just getting started with research? Have a specific professor to work with in mind? Learn about the Faculty Aide Program. This program provides funding to faculty members who want to hire student researchers.