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Job Description
Job Summary:
Handles pre and post award administration for HCO
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
This position will report to the Assistant Director of Finance and Administration. Responsible for a complex portfolio of approximately 12 Harvard College Observatory Principal Investigators, including some with appointments in multiple departments and institutions. Manage all aspects of pre- and post-award grants management. Liaise with external sponsors, FAS Research Administration Services (RAS), Harvard?s Office for Sponsored Programs, and Harvard's Office for Technology Development on matters involving federal and non-federal funding. Work closely with financial and sponsored research staff at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory. Provide PI?s and Division Administrators with timely information and advice on all aspects of proposal preparation and submissions. Interpret complex regulations and guidelines from myriad sponsored and non-sponsored funding sources. Interpret policies, procedures, rules and regulations for PIs and administrators. Review funding opportunities and program announcements. Responsible for the timely preparation and submission of renewals, resubmissions and reports; approve expenditures and close out accounts at the department level. Responsible for monitoring sub-recipient awards, quarterly effort reporting, monthly accounts reconciliation, and other post-award management. Assist in training financial and administrative staff responsible for processing transactions on sponsored awards. Advise faculty on complex procurement of major sponsored purchases including long-term capital expenditures. Work with Assistant Director and PI's to manage complex fabrication projects. Provide complex financial analyses for Associate Director and Assistant Director. Work on special projects as necessary.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- 3 years sponsored pre- and post-award experience in academic, healthcare, research, or non-profit setting; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Five years of directly related work experience in an academic environment is strongly preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, as is the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
The successful candidate must demonstrate a high degree of attention to detail, be able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, shift priorities as needed, and interact effectively with a diverse constituency.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and a commitment to customer service are essential.
Computer competency, including demonstrated proficiency with Excel, is required.
Experience with Oracle financial systems is preferred.
Additional Information
- Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
- Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
- Pre-Employment Screening: Identity
- Other Information: All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
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Work Format Details
This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. 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.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
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