Grants & Budget Manager — Biomedical Engineering

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking an experienced grant administrator to support sponsored research budgets within the Biomedical Engineering Department. The role advises the director and faculty on development, submission, and execution of budgets and manages financial accounts, liaising with university offices.

Responsibilities include preparing budgets for program applications, approving expenditures, and building financial reports.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in grant administration or related budgeting roles.
• Strong computer and data analysis skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in higher education or biomedical research budget processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and administrative parts of sponsored program applications.
• Approve expenditures for cognizant accounts including payroll, supplies, and capital equipment.
• Build and analyze financial reports; project trends and present findings to PIs and the Director.
• Ensure compliance with granting agencies and university policies.

Skills

Grant administration

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Boston University is seeking an experienced grant administrator to support sponsored research budgets within the Biomedical Engineering Department. The role advises the director and faculty on development, submission, and execution of budgets and manages financial accounts, liaising with university offices.

Responsibilities include preparing budgets for program applications, approving expenditures, and building financial reports.