Grants Administrator I – Medical Practice Evaluation Center

Mass General Brigham

. Provide oversight and management of the Center’s sponsored research portfolio throughout the award life cycle .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $34 - $92,570 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research administration, including grant application support, budget management, and compliance with funding guidelines. Proficient in financial data analysis and effective communication with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of sponsored research.

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Research Administration ExperienceBudget ManagementFinancial Data AnalysisGrant Application SupportCompliance With Funding Guidelines

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Hard Skills

Budget ForecastingAccountingSpreadsheet ProficiencyDatabase ManagementFinancial Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiation SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Financial ManagementBachelor's Degree in Financial Management

Industry Keywords

Sponsored ResearchGrant ApplicationsFunding GuidelinesResearch ProposalProcurement Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide oversight and management of the Center’s sponsored research portfolio throughout the award life cycle
Support grant applications, build budgets, provide guidance, resolve issues, and help navigate research proposal and submission processes
Serve as the primary liaison between Principal Investigators, MGB Research Management, and research administrators at affiliate and subaward sites
Comply with sponsor policies and procedures
Advise MPEC investigators on research administration
Ensure successful execution of sponsored awards
Assist with study procurement and follow applicable procurement regulations
Troubleshoot issues and resolve roadblocks to advance research efforts
Conduct budget forecasting and monitor fund statements
Resolve accounting issues and oversee personnel allocations
Ensure responsible and compliant use of sponsored award and sundry funds

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree in Financial Management required, or Associate's Degree in a related field required
Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management preferred
1–2 years of research administration experience required
Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, accounting, and other computer applications
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Good organization and coordination skills
Ability to work accurately with large financial data sets
Good working knowledge of research agency, sponsor, and organization funding guidelines and policies
Good negotiation skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to make good judgments and resolve problems
Cover letter specific to the role and resume required when applying

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities