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Research Administrator, School Of Public Health, Community Health Sciences (24500621270418)
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Position Number: 5192801
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Health - Public and Environmental Health

Research Administrator, School Of Public Health, Community Health Sciences (24500621270418)

Tracking Code: 24500621270418

Job Description
The Research Administrator will be responsible for the full lifecycle of research administration in the Department of Community Health Sciences, including pre/post-award functions for all Department grants and contracts. In this role, the incumbent will oversee the development and submission of grant applications with Department faculty and will be responsible for developing and maintaining a database of grant awards and monthly financial reporting for all funded projects. Additionally, the Research Administrator will oversee department payroll transactions, advance accounts, and discretionary spending.

Required Skills
EDUCATION:

Preferred Master's degree with 3-5 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Excellent computer skills including knowledge of spreadsheets, SAP, online databases
Ability to effectively utilize a wide array of information technology resources (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Internet, federal electronic systems, etc.)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, time and deadline-sensitive, and able to perform using tact and discretion in a deadline-oriented environment
Excellent writing and communication skills High level of responsiveness to all stakeholders
Ability to work well with a variety of internal and external constituencies and individuals from all different professional levels
Knowledge of federal/state regulations as they relate to grants/contracts
Ability to balance competing priorities and adapt as necessary

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with contracts and subcontracting, advance account management, electronic grants administration
Outstanding interpersonal skills and a high level of responsiveness
Experience in a research environment
Significant experience in grants management, or proposal preparation
Remote work will be considered for a candidate with a proven ability to achieve results while working independently.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Location: BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 48

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