Director of Research Administration

Basic Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant work experience
• Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations
• Supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Desirable Skills:

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credentials preferred.
• Experience working in Harvard'ssystems (GMAS, B2P, Oracle Financials, Research Administration Portal) strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience working with federal sponsors such as NIH, DARPA, DOD, IARPA, the newly formed ARPA-H, and with a variety of funding mechanisms such as contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, other transactions agreements.
• Knowledge of advanced financial principles, budget management and non-financial federal compliance requirements.
• Must be capable of managing multiple, diverse assignments/projects simultaneously, responding diplomatically to diverse constituencies in a deadline-driven environment, handling sensitive situations and information with discretion, and understanding and solving complex problems.
• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills. Proven track record of coaching and leading staff.
• Experience serving as an expert source of information, with a collaborative and flexible style.
• Ability to work collaboratively across all levels of an organization and to understand minute details in addition to larger strategic goals.

Working Conditions

This position is based in Boston, but the work may be done primarily remote. Any remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA*, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process. *Note: Harvard employees working in California must be exempt.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

Harvard is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Why you'll like working with us:

At the Wyss Institute, you're a member of a supportive, dynamic community that is united by its shared goal of changing the world through groundbreaking technology development and commercialization. We encourage your professional growth and development through mentorship and tuition reimbursement to support continued learning, and more. We also support your physical, financial, and mental well-being through generous time off benefits, gym reimbursements, and other programs offered through Harvard. Our community will be relocating to a new, state of the art life sciences building in the lively Fenway neighborhood in late summer 2023, where you will have access to multiple amenities including a roof terrace with stunning views of Boston and proximity to numerous restaurants and cultural attractions. We value an inclusive and diverse workforce, and believe that our differences enrich the work environment for all.

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