Grants Administrator Senior

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Grants Administrator Senior to manage research grant processes and provide expert guidance. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor guidelines while supporting complex projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research administration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate intricate financial data. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and exceptional patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in research administration required.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of research grant and contract administration.
• Prepare budgets and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.

Skills

Research Administration

Budget Development

Spreadsheet Proficiency

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Database Applications

Accounting Software

Job description

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Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Replacement for termed Sr. GA - 90 day probation period

Summary

Job Summary

Manages all phases of the research grant and contract administration, including grant related activities of an assigned portfolio of research departments. Provides guidance, resolves issues, and helps navigate the research proposal submission and application process. Responsible for budget development assistance, interpretation of sponsor requirements, as well as ensuring that proposals meet sponsor and institutional guidelines and regulations. Is expected to achieve Institutional Signing Authority and will support the highest complexity work.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Processes and prepares research grant proposals, awards and transactions, maintaining grant/contract record in compliance with institutional and research sponsors.
• Prepares budgets, justifications, and materials for financial reporting.
• Identifies and prevents projected overruns, identifies cost sharing opportunities, proposes and implements creative solutions to potential fiscal issues.
• Ensures proposal compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verify all sponsor requirements are met and documented in appropriate system.
• Serves as department or team grant management expert.
• Train and orient new staff.
• Supports highest complexity work and may achieve institutional signing authority.
  
  

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

research administration experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in spreadsheet, database, accounting and other computer applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Good organization and coordination skills.
• Ability to work with large financial data sets with accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of research agency, sponsor and organization funding guidelines and policies.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to make good judgements and resolve problems.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

66 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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