67905BRAuto req ID:67905BRJob Code:405007 Financial Professional (N) Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Senior Grants ManagerSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :056Time Status:Full-time Union:55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in managing grants in an academic or research environment; combination of experience and education will be considered. Additional Qualifications and Skills: + College degree strongly preferred, or an equivalent of education plus relevant business experience. + Familiarity with complex grant applications that follow OMB A-21 and NIH Uniform Guidance Regulations. + Pre-award and post-award experience, with an emphasis on proposal development and submission. + Previous experience with project management for grant proposals. + Experience with Harvard financial and grants administration systems and applications preferred. + Grant management and budgeting, as well as strong financial skills (budgeting, accounting, AP, A/R, reporting). + Clear and concise communication with everyone involved in the full life cycle of an award. + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as a member of a team. Willingness to lend a hand when additional assistance is needed. + High level of organizational skill with strong attention to detail. Able to prioritize duties and meet multiple deadlines. + Ability to handle highly confidential information with appropriate discretion and sensitivity. Able to exercise a high degree of judgment to make sound independent decisions. Additional Information:The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines. Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding. The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Not ready to apply? Join our talent community (https://www.gem.com/form?formID=16341e35-cbc6-4904-88a3-09b35763307e) to keep in touch and learn about future opportunities! (https://www.gem.com ?formID=16341e35-cbc6-4904-88a3-09b35763307e) Department:Division Of Medical SciencesPre-Employment Screening:Identity Schedule:35 hrs. per week | Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Job Function:Finance Position Description: Reporting to the GradEd Director of Finance and Grants (DFG) and working within a team of experienced research administration specialists, this position is responsible for the day-to-day management of a portfolio including, but not limited to, NIH Training Grants (T32), Individual Fellowships (F31), and supporting the student funding model. The total sponsored portfolio budget is $5M annually. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with an experienced team of sponsored administrators and work in collaboration with members of the entire GradEd team as well as colleagues in departments across HMS and FAS, including the HMS Office of Research Administration (ORA), Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), HMS/FAS departments and programs, and our affiliated hospitals. This position will work closely with the DFG to continually improve processes, create new workflows, and strengthen project management processes and compliance. Ensures compliance with federal, sponsor and university guidelines. Pre-award responsibilities include all aspects of proposal development: policy guidance, grant preparation, coordinating the collection and maintenance of required data, budget development, and application submissions. This process requires close coordination with the graduate program leadership and the grant PIs. Post-award responsibilities include budget reconciliations and adjustments, final financial reporting to OSP and sponsoring agencies, activating awards, managing appointments, facilitating billing agreements and contracts, coordinating effort reporting, preparing and submitting progress reports and reviewing/approving accounts payable to ensure appropriate expense allocation to sponsored awards. Provide pre and post award back-up on an add need basis for team members. Performs additional duties as assigned. School/Unit:Harvard Medical School EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values (https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-statement-community-values) https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statementBenefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: + Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers. + Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date. + Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more. + Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service. + Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools. + Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions. + Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning. + Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more. + Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston. Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-KM2Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.