Assistant Director for Researc

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, United States Harvard University Full time

Additional Information

We invite individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities to be a part of our community

All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources

We regret that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Basic Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
* Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
* Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations
* Supervisory experience

Position Description

In the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, we research and teach how the collective behavior of molecules and cells forms the basis of life. We are driven by a passion for discovery and value collaborative approaches to scientific inquiry, where connections between people fuel interdisciplinary science and break boundaries across varied experimental systems. Against a backdrop of cutting-edge biological research, we work as a team of educators and mentors to inspire and train the next generation of scientists and global citizens. The Department has an opening for an Assistant Director for Research Administration who will lead a team of Research Administrators in the department of Molecular and Cellular Biology ensuring performance of a full range of pre- and post- award responsibilities from proposal preparation to award management and closeout. There are ample opportunities for professional development including conference attendance and access to professional affiliations as well as career advancement within the department and university.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance and Research Administration and serving as a member of the Executive Director's senior management team, the AD for Research Administration will be responsible for managing a team of 5-7 individuals who oversee the pre-and post-award activities and compliance of 35-40 Faculty Principal Investigators and their lab of researchers. The AD for Research Administration will be responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment.

The position will oversee the signatory process. Establish and monitor effective pre-and post-award processes, systems and best practices to support faculty and their lab of researchers with comprehensive pre-and post-award services for a wide range of sponsoring agencies such as:

* Federal, non-federal institutions, foundations, internal Harvard funding, gifts and other research accounts
* Collaborate on the development of new pre- and post-award procedures within MCB/FAS that support University wide policies and initiatives
* Provide problem resolution, guidance and or training for comprehensive sponsored and non-sponsored award management, compliance, systems, and reporting
* Interpret regulations and guidelines of multiple program funding with complex and broad guidelines for spending
* Lead the audit of individual sponsored accounts to ensure compliance with University and sponsored regulations
* Ensure department's faculty funding is accurate and timely financial analysis and reporting

This position acts as departmental representative at the School/University level. The position will work closely with FAS Research Administration Services, the Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of Technology Development, Dean's Office, Provost's Office, and Alumni and Development Services on proposal review, award negotiation, and fulfillment of reporting requirements. Work with IACUC, IRB, and ESCRO offices. Manage interdepartmental relationships. Liaise to faculty and researchers on policy issues and guidelines. This position implements the policies set by the University, to meet federal regulations, related to sponsored research, including proper overhead rates and supplemental salary allowances, this position must stay current with existing and upcoming rules and ensure that all researchers are in compliance from the proposal stage onward. This position will represent MCB's interests on relevant FAS and University committees. The AD for Research Administration will be a working lead and also serve as a subject-matter expert in research administration. As such, the AD for Research Administration serves as back-up within the team during peak periods and will be responsible for other duties as required in conformity with the position level.



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