Research Grants & Portfolio Administrator

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

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Research Administrator for the Department of Medical Oncology and the Division of Hematologic Neoplasia and Hematologic Malignancies. The role manages research portfolios for multiple labs and disease centers with oversight, coordinating with central offices and varied funding sources.

The administrator supports grant preparation, post-award financial management, procurement, HR processes, and compliance, collaborating with faculty and researchers

Qualifications

• Grant preparation and financial administration experience.
• Experience with sponsored research and internal controls.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Grant preparation (pre-award): manage administrative aspects and deadlines for proposals.
• Portfolio management (post-award): oversee financial management and reporting for grants.
• Procurement and HR: coordinate purchases, salary allocations, and visa processes as needed.
• Compliance: ensure adherence to NIH, institutional policies, and external regulations.

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston seeks a Research Administrator for the Department of Medical Oncology and the Division of Hematologic Neoplasia and Hematologic Malignancies. The role manages research portfolios for multiple labs and disease centers with oversight, coordinating with central offices and varied funding sources.

The administrator supports grant preparation, post-award financial management, procurement, HR processes, and compliance, collaborating with faculty and researchers