Outreach, Education & Policy Manager

Northeastern University College of Engineering

. Facilitate the development and deployment of professional and mandated research-related training .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $76,335 - $107,824 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research administration training, instructional design, and grants administration, with a strong focus on developing and delivering effective training programs and communications. Proficient in utilizing learning management systems and managing training metrics to enhance program effectiveness.

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Grants AdministrationInstructional DesignTraining DevelopmentLearning Management SystemsEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Research AdministrationTraining Needs AssessmentOnline Instructional Content DevelopmentPolicy CommunicationDocument ManagementVideo DesignData ManagementProject ManagementProcedure DocumentationTraining Metrics Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationListeningOrganizationAdaptabilityTime Management

Tools & Technologies

SharePointLearning Management SystemsUniversity-Approved Systems

Industry Keywords

Research AdministrationGrants AdministrationComplianceFinanceEducation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate the development and deployment of professional and mandated research-related training
Create and curate communications and facilitate deployment of research-related policies
Update procedure documents and communications
Promote effective use of research project management tools and systems
Align systems, practices, and institutional policy
Design, develop, document, and deliver research administration training
Develop and deploy online instructional content for research administration, finance, and compliance topics
Assess training needs and partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts on instructional design
Deliver classroom and virtual training
Create online videos and modules using University-approved systems
Update online training materials and tools
Provide training metrics and data to leadership
Gather feedback, measure effectiveness and satisfaction, and recommend enhancements
Develop communications for policy rollouts and ensure documents are updated
Develop website and newsletter content
Build and deploy a comprehensive research administration training plan and tiered certificate program
Lead monthly continuous learning sessions and manage guest speakers
Manage the Responsible Conduct of Research series
Oversee SharePoint document management and access
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, research administration, education, communication, project management, instructional design, finance, science, or a related field
At least 5–7 years of relevant experience
4–6 years of experience in grants administration
1–2 years of training and development experience, which may be concurrent with grants administration experience
Knowledge of grants administration, communications, and instructional design
Effective communication, particularly listening, organization, adaptability, and time management skills
Experience with learning management systems, systems integration or data management, and video design/development preferred
Resume required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness benefits
Life insurance
Retirement benefits
Commuting and transportation benefits