Senior Research Administrator

2 days ago


South Boston, United States Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Full time

About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Administrator - Finance to join our team at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA. This is an exciting opportunity to work with world-renowned clinicians and researchers in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will provide financial management support to faculty preparing grant budgets and managing finances of their portfolios. This includes managing accounts associated with grants, gifts, industry-sponsored research agreements, strategic centers, and other types of funding. The role also involves providing financial information, guidance, analysis, and support to faculty.

Responsibilities

  • Develops budgets and budget justifications for award proposals
  • Finalizes the budget and works with Grants & Contracts and Research Finance offices to get the award set up properly in a timely manner
  • Reviews Notice of Award for any budgetary or other restrictions/requirements
  • Works with faculty to assure understanding of reporting and other requirements of PI
  • Reviews budget adjustments, restrictions, required responses with faculty and ensures a timely response to the sponsor
  • Manages budget spending to guidelines, monitoring and reviewing allocation of research funds, grant balances and charges, ensuring appropriate use of funds under investigator control
  • Reviews for approval and correct allocations all expenses from their assigned labs and all hiring/promotions

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of relevant work experience in research financial management
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work within a team environment and meet high service excellence standards
  • Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed

Educational Benefits

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute offers a competitive salary range of $85,000-$115,000 per year, based on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.



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