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Grants Manager

Boston, MA 02215

Posted: 02/07/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 629415 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


The Research Administrator Manager is responsible for the management of complex research portfolios in the Division of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (MCO) and the Division of Solid Tumors Oncology (STO) and completes work autonomously, while working collaboratively with department leadership, as needed. The RA Manager functions not only as a subject matter expert in research administration, but also as a leader within the department and is responsible managing 5 employees. 

The Research Administrator Manager is responsible for a diverse set of funding types including federal, industry, foundation, donor, institutional, chargeback, and clinical trials, in addition to overseeing this responsibility among their staff. The RA Manager collaborates with and advises faculty and researchers on the preparation of sponsored research applications and/or the financial management of sponsored and institutional funds; and is responsible for problem solving on behalf of the department.

The Research Administrator Manager is responsible for collaborating with Institute central offices such as Research Finance, Accounts Payable, Research Administration, Special Funds, Grants and Contracts, the Clinical Trials Office, Office of General Counsel, and the Innovations Office.

In addition to grant management and personnel management responsibilities, the Research Administrator Manager will lead special projects/ assignments either within the department or across departments and will represent the Department at Institutional Committees/ Workgroups. The RA Manager is responsible for partnering with Department Leadership and Faculty to set strategy and provide guidance and expertise.

Responsibilities:

The Research Administrator Manager is responsible for the following primary functions, autonomously in collaboration with Department Administration as needed: 
  • Grant Preparation (pre-award)
  • Portfolio Management (post-award)
  • Procurement
  • Human Resources
  • Compliance
  • Cores, Centers and Chargebacks
  • Special projects and/or initiatives to improve systems and processes.

In addition to Sr. Research Administrator primary duties, the Research Administrator Manager is responsible for supervision of direct reports, including directing, managing, and coaching staff; completion of annual performance reviews, goal setting, and professional development; workload and resource allocation.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 6 years of experience with 1 year of managing people preferred
  • Directly supervises 5 staff in the Divisions of Molecular and Cellular Oncology (MCO) of Solid Tumors Oncology (STO)

Knowledge & Skills
  • Computer literacy:  Expert with new applications and software programs. Expertise with Excel
  • Organization: Extensive experience with electronic document and email file storage. Able to complete projects with expertise, accuracy and on time. Adept at prioritization and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Customer Service: Provides superb written and verbal communication. Demonstrated expertise with listening, inquiry, follow-up, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Critical Thinking:  Demonstrated expertise assessing complex situations and developing solutions. Extensive experience with analyzing grant data through research, comprehension and application of regulations, policies, and procedures including NIH and other Federal, state and foundation regulations.
  • Financial:  Adept with budgeting principles, including projections and the integration of multiple complex awards and types with varying project periods.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Adept at cultivating relationships with faculty, research staff, department’s GM team, GM in other departments, and central departments.
  • Institute operations and processes: Adept at directing faculty and researchers to appropriate departmental and institutional resources, including for issues or queries outside the standard scope direct responsibility. Expert knowledge of regulations, policies, and our standard operating procedures
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