Cindy Smith
About Cindy Smith
Cindy Smith serves as the Director of Large Research Project Administration at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2017. She previously worked in various roles at Harvard University, including Director of Business Operations at the Institute for Quantitative Social Science and Program Administrator at the T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Cindy Smith serves as the Director of Large Research Project Administration at Harvard Business School. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the Division of Research and Faculty Development. In this role, she oversees the administration of significant research projects, ensuring that they align with the institution's academic goals and standards.
Previous Experience at Harvard University
Prior to her current role, Cindy Smith worked at Harvard University for nine years as the Director of Business Operations at the Institute for Quantitative Social Science from 2008 to 2017. In this capacity, she managed various operational aspects of the institute, facilitating research initiatives and supporting faculty members.
Experience at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Cindy Smith was employed at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health as a Program Administrator from 2002 to 2008. During her six years in this role, she was involved in the Program on Humanitarian Policy and Conflict Research, where she contributed to the administration and coordination of research activities.
Educational Background at UNH
Cindy Smith earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of New Hampshire's Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics. She attended the university from 1990 to 1994, completing her undergraduate studies in four years, which laid the foundation for her career in research administration.