Grants & Research Administration Specialist

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Canton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Research Administrator to manage the research portfolio for the Department of Medical Oncology and related divisions. This role operates under supervision and coordinates pre-award and post-award activities with faculty and central offices.

Responsibilities include financial management of sponsored and institutional funds, reporting, procurement, HR processes, and ensuring compliance with NIH guidelines and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Grant preparation and post-award portfolio management experience desirable.
• Strong collaboration with faculty, researchers and central offices.
• Ability to manage multiple funding streams and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Grant Preparation (pre-award): manage all administrative aspects of sponsored research applications, meet deadlines, and coordinate with Grants & Contracts.
• Portfolio Management (post-award): handle financial management of funds, prepare reports, monitor spending and invoicing.
• Procurement: approve purchase requests, verify funds, and review bills for core and center services.
• Human Resources: manage onboarding, salary offers, merit/equity promotions, and funding availability.
• Compliance: advise on policies, NIH statements, and research compliance issues.
• Cores, Centers and Chargebacks: assist in pricing, monthly billing and revenue management.

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Research Administrator to manage the research portfolio for the Department of Medical Oncology and related divisions. This role operates under supervision and coordinates pre-award and post-award activities with faculty and central offices.

Responsibilities include financial management of sponsored and institutional funds, reporting, procurement, HR processes, and ensuring compliance with NIH guidelines and internal policies.