Program Officer

Health Resources in Action (HRiA)

. Serve as project manager for multiple projects within the Grantmaking portfolio .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing biomedical research grant programs, including project oversight, stakeholder engagement, and the development of evaluation tools. Proficient in utilizing project management software and maintaining high standards of communication and organizational skills.

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Project ManagementBiomedical ResearchGrants ManagementStakeholder EngagementProgram Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Grantmaking ProcessesLiterature ReviewsSurvey DevelopmentData AnalysisProgram Evaluation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCritical ThinkingInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AsanaAdobe AcrobatMicrosoft SuiteSmartSimpleWordPress

Industry Keywords

Biomedical ResearchPhilanthropyHealth EquityDiversity and InclusionGrant Applications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as project manager for multiple projects within the Grantmaking portfolio
Develop, execute, manage, and evaluate competitive biomedical research award programs and ad hoc activities
Manage timelines and deliverables for grantmaking processes, including peer review and pre- and post-award activities
Provide programmatic/project oversight of Grants Coordinators and Associates as needed
Create and implement tools and materials for biomedical research funding opportunities, evaluations, and landscape scans
Translate biomedical research, datasets, primary research articles, and reviews for diverse audiences
Develop landscape scans, program evaluations, meeting-outcome documentation, reports, blogs, publications, and lay summaries
Liaise with clients, applicants, awardees, reviewers, scientific advisory committees, biomedical societies, institutions, vendors, and other stakeholders
Conduct literature reviews, key informant interviews, and survey development
Identify scientific reviewers for panels and committees
Manage due diligence and first-tier review of grant applications and grantee progress and final reports
Co-facilitate office hours, scientific peer review meetings, and strategic discussions
Support proposal development, client communications, scopes of work, and project budgets
Track project progress, schedule meetings, organize project materials, coordinate communications, and assist with budget oversight
Keep abreast of biomedical research advances and participate in professional networks, development activities, workgroups, committees, and staff meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field such as philanthropy, development, or biomedical research
Master’s degree in a biomedical-related field is preferred
PhD in biomedical research and/or previous experience in grants management is advantageous but not required
Understanding and commitment to operationalizing health and racial equity principles in grantmaking practices and/or approaches to biomedical research
Commitment to diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives
Commitment to a growth mindset, flexibility, iteration, and learning
Ability to manage multiple projects
Proficiency in or capability of learning Asana, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Suite including Excel, SmartSimple grants management software, WordPress, and video conferencing/calling software
Ability to work as part of a team and be a self-starter
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness and ability to travel for programmatic activities, including regular Massachusetts-based events

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-funded medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
Employer contributions to a tax-deferred annuity
Flexible work schedules
Policies promoting work/life balance
Vacation starting at four weeks
Paid family and medical leave
13 paid holidays
Office closure time for the last week of December
Fully remote work arrangement