Senior Grants & Research Administration Manager

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Senior Research Administration Manager for Project Zero, within HGSE. The role supports pre- and post-award activities across multiple funding sources and oversees grants and contracts management.

You will develop financial deliverable schedules, prepare reports and invoices, reconcile accounts, and coordinate closeouts. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Administration, you will partner with PIs, research teams, and HGSE/OID offices to ensure

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in sponsored research and/or grants.
• Strong knowledge of sponsored research, grants and contracts management.
• Any candidate wishing to be considered must supply a cover letter in addition to their resume showing that they meet the required basic qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Supports PZ’s sponsored research portfolio and PIs; serves as a key contact on grants administration.
• Advises PIs on financial projections, budgeting, and sponsor policies.
• Prepares grant budgets and coordinates with subrecipients and administrators to meet deadlines.
• Collaborates with GSE OSP to set up new accounts, maintain records, and close out projects.

Skills

Sponsored research management

Grants management

Budgeting

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Buy2Pay

Concur

HART

Job description

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Senior Research Administration Manager for Project Zero, within HGSE. The role supports pre- and post-award activities across multiple funding sources and oversees grants and contracts management.

You will develop financial deliverable schedules, prepare reports and invoices, reconcile accounts, and coordinate closeouts. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Administration, you will partner with PIs, research teams, and HGSE/OID offices to ensure