73248BRJob Posting Title:Sr Research AdministratorDepartment:Orthopedic Surgery and Research AutoReqId:73248BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:ResearchJob Posting Description:

　　This Senior Research Administrator will be responsible for…

　　Coordinating and/or performing pre-award functions such as assisting Principal Investigators in completion of grant proposals including budget development, drafting administrative sections, collecting materials, and obtaining institutional review/approval

　　Overseeing/performing post-award functions such as allocation of research labor costs across funding sources consistent with level of research effort. Coordinating departmental research effort reporting and ensures timely submission certified effort reports, and may approve purchase requisitions in compliance with sponsor and institutional guidelines. Using institutional resources to maintain department records of grant awards and agreements.

　　May help research staff identify sources of funding by maintaining knowledge of agency programs and disseminating information to staff.

　　Partnering with appropriate institutional central offices to represent the needs of the research faculty and to resolve complex problems.

　　Analyzing monthly expenses and overall status of each grant, processing necessary corrections through appropriate channels.

　　Reviewing departmental processes and procedures to ensure compliance.

　　Working with the Department Administrators and Principal Investigators to develop annual budgets and forecasts. Reconciling monthly expense variances between hospital financial systems and budgets. Forecasting funds over/under expenditures and provide monthly status reports to the Principal Investigators. Performing other financial analysis as needed. Includes preparation and submission of annual progress reports.

　　Ensuring timely renewal of grant and subcontracts and/or orderly closeout of completed sponsored activities.

　　Attending meetings, institutional and/or industry training/conferences to keep skills current and knowledge up-to-date on sponsor regulations, Hospital policies, and emerging technologies.

　　To qualify you must have…

　　High School Diploma / GED (required)

　　Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

　　Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of research administrative experience required OR 6 years of research administrative experience.

　　Demonstrated understanding of federal cost allocation principles in order to ensure the proper stewardship of sponsored funds.

　　Strong verbal and written communication skills in order to effectively resolve issues and mediate fair solutions.

　　Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and database applications.

　　Ability to independently seek out answers from the appropriate federal compliance and regulatory resource(s), grant publication, and/or the hospital technical expert(s).

　　Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including affordable health, vision and dental insurance, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, and discounted rates on T-passes (75% off). Discover your best.

　　Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Part Remote/Hybrid