POSITION SUMMARY: ??
SPORE grants involve both basic and clinical/applied scientists, and support projects that will result in new and diverse approaches to the prevention, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of human cancers.?? The Department of Medical Oncology currently has multiple SPORES. The Lead Research Administrator will manage both the Pre and Post award of the mechanism and must have considerable grants management experience. Will attend all SPORE meetings and will work with Investigators in addressing all NCI reporting requirements and requests. The Lead Research Administrator will maintain and administer all cost centers associated with the conduct of studies described in this SPORE as well as communicate with the outside institutions participating in this SPORE to assure appropriate financial management and oversight of the subcontracts. The Lead Research Administrator will be expected to provide reporting to Senior Leadership, including the Deputy Director of DF/HCC. The SPORE Administrator will collaborate with the faculty???s Research Administrators to collect and maintain necessary SPORE documents. The Lead Research Administrator will be responsible for collaborating with the Institute???s central offices such as Research Finance, Accounts Payable, Research Administration, Special Funds, Grants and Contracts, the Clinical Trials Office, Office of General Counsel, and the Innovations Office
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor???s degree preferred.
6 years or grants management experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Organization: Extensive experience with electronic document and email file storage. Able to complete projects with expertise, accuracy and on time. Adept at prioritization and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Customer Service: Provides superb written and verbal communication. Demonstrated expertise with listening, inquiry, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.??
Critical Thinking:?? Demonstrated expertise assessing complex situations and developing solutions. Extensive experience with analyzing grant data through research, comprehension and application of regulations, policies, and procedures including NIH and other Federal, state and foundation regulations.
Financial:?? Adept with budgeting principles, including projections and the integration of multiple complex awards and types with varying project periods.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Adept at cultivating relationships with faculty, research staff, department???s GM team, GM in other departments, and central departments.
Institute operations and processes: Adept at directing faculty and researchers to appropriate departmental and institutional resources, including for issues or queries outside the standard scope direct responsibility. Expert knowledge of regulations, policies, and DFCI standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Inclusion, Diversity & Equity:
Promotes inclusive community where human differences are valued and celebrated and where all are welcome. Creates an inclusive work environment that engages and retains talent.
Other:
Able to lead and influence projects within the Department and across the Institute???s research central offices. Independently discusses and troubleshoots complex issues.?? Shares ideas openly and accurately, and communicates them effectively, both in writing and verbally.
Expert client-service, people management, and project management skills.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.?? As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.?? Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
