Grant & Program Administrator — Design Lab Operations

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Research and Program Administrator for the MHACH program. This role involves full administrative oversight for the Designing Sustainability grant and collaboration with the MIT–LUMA Lab.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance and execution of all necessary operations, managing multiple budgetary aspects and liaising with various partners. A commitment to detail and project coordination is key for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience managing end-to-end grant administration.
• Proven ability to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Strong project coordination and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations for the Designing Sustainability grant.
• Oversee 10+ MIT–HPI projects and ensure compliance.
• Manage documentation, workflows, timelines, and reporting systems.

Skills

Grant administration

Compliance management

Budget tracking

Project coordination

Liaising with partners

Job description

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Research and Program Administrator for the MHACH program. This role involves full administrative oversight for the Designing Sustainability grant and collaboration with the MIT–LUMA Lab.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance and execution of all necessary operations, managing multiple budgetary aspects and liaising with various partners. A commitment to detail and project coordination is key for this position.