Strategic Research Grants Manager

Harvard University; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Zusammenfassung

Harvard University’s Kennedy School seeks a Sponsored Programs Manager to lead grant/contract proposal reviews, ensure sponsor and institutional compliance, and coordinate post-award activities. The role liaises with OSP, GSS, OVPR, OGC, and RMAS to support research centers.

Responsibilities include risk management, reporting, and training, with on-campus presence required. A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ experience in research administration are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience in research administration or similar.
• Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations.
• Cover letter and writing sample required.

Aufgaben

• Oversee review and approval of sponsored grant/contract proposals for compliance.
• Manage post-award monitoring, budgeting, accounting, and reporting activities.
• Provide compliance monitoring on human subjects, data use agreements, international activities and MOUs.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Produce reports and financial projections for leadership.
• Serve as a resource on Harvard and HKS research policies and procedures.
• Coordinate communications among faculty, centers, OSP, GSS, OVPR, OGC, RMAS.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Independent & team

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

GMAS system

General ledger software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Harvard University’s Kennedy School seeks a Sponsored Programs Manager to lead grant/contract proposal reviews, ensure sponsor and institutional compliance, and coordinate post-award activities. The role liaises with OSP, GSS, OVPR, OGC, and RMAS to support research centers.

Responsibilities include risk management, reporting, and training, with on-campus presence required. A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ experience in research administration are essential.