Research Portfolio & Concierge Specialist

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health insurance and benefits

Tuition assistance and professional de

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a senior researcher administrator to lead the FAS research portfolio management and concierge navigation for complex, multi-departmental issues. The role blends financial oversight with policy interpretation to support PIs and RPMs across the research enterprise.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in post-award management, excellent communication, and the ability to design decision trees and guides that streamline workflows in a hybrid on-campus setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations.
• Strong written/verbal communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage research portfolios with post-award focus and provide strategic financial oversight.
• Provide concierge navigation for complex research administration issues and policy interpretation.
• Develop guidelines and FAQs to simplify institutional processes; identify bottlenecks and drive improvements.

Skills

Sponsored research regs

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a senior researcher administrator to lead the FAS research portfolio management and concierge navigation for complex, multi-departmental issues. The role blends financial oversight with policy interpretation to support PIs and RPMs across the research enterprise.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in post-award management, excellent communication, and the ability to design decision trees and guides that streamline workflows in a hybrid on-campus setting.