| Investigator / Platform | Research Area | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Tearney, Guillermo | Grant Administrator (RQ4040238) |
Working under the direction of Lab and Wellman Center leadership, the Grant Administrator
provides oversight and management of the lab’s sponsored research portfolio throughout the
award life cycle. The Grant Administrator will serve as an integral partner in all grant
applications, building budgets, providing guidance, resolving issues, and helping navigate the
research proposal and submission process. Through a network of robust working relationships
with internal and external personnel, the Grant Administrator will troubleshoot issues, resolve
roadblocks to advance research efforts, and serve as an effective representative of the lab.
Additionally, the Grant Administrator will ensure the responsible and compliant use of sponsored
award and sundry funds by conducting budget forecasting, monitoring fund statements,
resolving accounting issues, managing accounts payable and receivable (including fabricated
equipment accounts), and overseeing personnel allocations.
Working Conditions:
Normal office conditions during standard Monday-Friday business hours. May need to work off-schedule hours to accommodate meetings or other lab needs. This is hybrid position, with the potential for up to 2 days/week remote work after the probationary period.
Application Process:
To apply for this position, submit a resume and cover letter on the Mass General Brigham
careers website under Requisition RQ4040238.
**Please include a cover letter with your application; submissions without one will not be
reviewed.**
Essential Functions
• Prepares and processes research grant proposals, awards, and transactions, maintaining grant/contract records in compliance with institutional and research sponsors.
• Assists with budgets, justifications, and other required materials for both interim and financial reporting
• Reviews, edits, and provides guidance on proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verify all sponsor requirements are met.
• Responsible for reviewing and approving purchase orders, managing accounts receivable/accounts payable requests, and resolving accounting issues.
• Take ownership of managing an assigned portfolio of sponsored and sundry funds and serve as the primary Pre-Award/Post-Award resource for department administrators and PIs.
• Monitors expenditures and assures budgetary compliance; verifies, identifies, and evaluates excessive charges; gives advice on the allowability of costs to be charged to the grant; and ensures thorough and orderly documentation of all activities.
• Prepares accurate fiscal projections and provides counsel regarding adjustments needed to maintain fiscal health.
Skills, Abilities, and Competencies Required
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, accounting, and other computer applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to work with large financial data sets with accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of research agency, sponsor, and organization funding guidelines and policies.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to make sound judgments and resolve problems.
• Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures;
• Ability to collaborate and be a member of a team.
• Exceptional skills in computer and data management, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential issues.
• Drive for results and a desire to find creative solutions to get to “yes.”
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study required
Experience
Research administration experience 2-3 years required
