About this role
About the Role Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is listing multiple Research Administration openings across departments, with hybrid and remote work options depending on role. The roles focus on managing research portfolios and leading administrative activities to enable groundbreaking cancer research. What You'll Do
- Research Administrator: manage the research portfolio(s) for one or more laboratories and disease centers with direction and moderate supervision.
- Research Administrator Manager: oversee complex portfolios across multiple laboratories; work autonomously and provide leadership in research administration; collaborate with the Department Administrator as needed.
- Senior Research Administrator: remote position with occasional on-site time; supports hematologic oncology divisions in post-award/governance activities.
- Workday Product Manager - Grants Management: lead strategic planning, functional optimization, and technical oversight of Research Management functions within Workday; serve as product lead for Workday Endowments and Grants modules with integrated process touchpoints. What We're Looking For
- Qualifications vary by role: many entry-level and administrative positions may require a high school diploma or associate degree, while clinical, research, and specialized roles typically require advanced degrees, certifications, or relevant professional experience.
- Dana-Farber emphasizes training programs, internships, and fellowships to support career development in healthcare and research. Compensation & Benefits
- Salary ranges listed in postings: Research Administrator $64,700 - $71,700 per year; Research Administrator Manager $117,200 - $133,500 per year; Senior Research Administrator $89,000 - $101,100 per year; Workday Product Manager - Grants Management $141,500 - $153,600 per year.
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off; parental leave; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; and employee assistance resources. Dana-Farber also highlights opportunities for training programs, internships, and fellowships.