GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR III CARBX

Boston University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative non-profit organization is seeking a Senior Finance and Research Administrator to support financial functions and award management. This role is essential in overseeing a diverse portfolio of Product Developers, ensuring compliance with research and development plans. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing flexibility while contributing to vital antibacterial research initiatives. Join a dynamic team dedicated to combating antibiotic-resistant bacteria and make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial oversight and award management.
• Strong collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial functions and award management responsibilities.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure compliance and financial operations.

Skills

Financial Management

Award Management

Compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Biopharmaceutical Accelerator (CARB-X) is a global non-profit partnership under the School of Law, dedicated to accelerating antibacterial research to address the rising threat of drug-resistant bacteria. The CARB-X portfolio is the world's largest early development pipeline of new antibiotics, vaccines, rapid diagnostics, and other products to prevent, diagnose, and treat life-threatening bacterial infections. Supported by multiple government and foundation funders, CARB-X operates in an innovative, dynamic, and rapidly evolving environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Finance and Research Administrator supports the Finance & Research Administration (FRA) team at CARB-X, overseeing financial functions and award management responsibilities. This role manages an assigned portfolio of Product Developers (PDs) funded by CARB-X, handling all pre- and post-award activities, including processing, setup, monitoring, and reporting obligations with various external sources.

Key Responsibilities

1. Partner with internal teams (Executive, Project Management, Legal, Compliance, Communication, Research & Development) and external stakeholders to ensure award management, compliance, and financial operations align with research and development plans and the mission of CARB-X.
2. Support PD management, improve business processes, and assist with financial operations to ensure effective portfolio management.
3. Report to the Associate Director, Finance & Research Administration, and play a critical role in financial oversight and operational support.

Qualifications and Skills

This position offers a hybrid remote work arrangement with occasional in-person meetings. Applicants outside the Boston area will be considered. Please note that no visa sponsorship is available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CARB-X is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, marital status, parental or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.