Leslie Burmeister
About Leslie Burmeister
Leslie Burmeister serves as the Manager of Research & Development in Curriculum & Learning Services at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2018. With a strong background in business research and library sciences, she has contributed significantly to curriculum development and has extensive experience in information systems.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Leslie Burmeister has been serving as the Manager of Research & Development in Curriculum & Learning Services at Harvard Business School since 2018. In this role, she focuses on developing innovative curriculum and learning services that enhance educational offerings. Her responsibilities include evaluating and implementing research strategies that support the academic mission of the institution.
Previous Experience at Harvard Business School
Prior to her current position, Burmeister held several roles at Harvard Business School. She was the Access Services - Resource Sharing Team Lead from 2006 to 2012, where she managed resource sharing initiatives. Subsequently, she worked as a Business Information Research Specialist from 2012 to 2018, focusing on business research and information services.
Educational Background
Leslie Burmeister holds a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from Simmons College, where she specialized in library sciences. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Smith College. Her educational background supports her expertise in navigating complex information systems.
Experience in Library and Information Services
Burmeister has a strong background in library and information services, having worked as a Metadata Assistant for Digital Collections at the Boston Public Library from 2007 to 2008. This experience contributed to her understanding of information organization and access, which is essential in her current role.
Career at Macmillan
Leslie Burmeister worked at Macmillan from 1998 to 2004, where she held positions as Sales Marketing Assistant and later as Sales Marketing Manager. In these roles, she developed skills in marketing and sales strategies, which complement her research and development expertise.