Scientific Research Manager & Administrator, Cancer Biology
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
- Category:
Admin-Laboratory and Research
- Posting Date: 03/07/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
- Job ID:
- 33053
- Location:
- 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
- Category:
- Research Administration
- Employment Type:
- Full time
- Work Location:
- PTL Remote: 2-3 days remote/wk
Overview
The Department of Cancer Biology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking an experienced Ph.D. scientist interested in transitioning into administration. The Scientific Research Manager, Cancer Biology, will work with the Chair and Business Office of the Department of Cancer Biology using their scientific knowledge to assist with scientific strategy, faculty recruitment and promotions, scientific writing and editing, and special projects and events. The role will participate in and become familiar with all aspects of department administration and provide backup for the Department Administrator.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
- Assists Department Chair and leadership in establishing and evaluating scientific strategy and goal setting for the department
- Provides scientific writing and editing to support Chair duties, such as promotion recommendation letters and award nominations, and in support of departmental funding initiatives, such as NIH Training Grants and Program Project Grants
- Manages and serves as primary departmental resource for faculty promotion requests, in collaboration with Harvard Medical School (HMS) departments
- Manages and serves as primary departmental resource for faculty recruitment and searches and academic appointments for newly hired faculty, in collaboration with HMS departments
- Coordinates faculty annual performance evaluation process
- Manages application and review process for department’s internal funding opportunities, such as department-funded fellowship awards and travel awards
- Maintains and improves department’s external and internal web pages
- Advises on and/or coordinates departmental initiatives and events, including, the annual retreat, Cancer Biology (CB) Seminar series, CB Faculty Chalk Talk series
- Participates as an active member of the CB business office management team, including attending regular meetings with Department Chair and working closely with CB Departmental Administrator and Research Administrator Managers to provide overall leadership, strategic planning, goal setting, and implementation of departmental initiatives for the business office
- Serves as a back-up resource for the Departmental Administrator
- Performs other duties, as required, including special projects
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ph.D. required
- 5 years of experience in biological/biochemical, molecular and/or cell biology required
- Outstanding scientific writing skills, including editing; grant writing experience welcomed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including outstanding scientific writing and editing skills and a demonstrated interest in this work
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills; able to interact effectively with others of different skill sets, backgrounds, and levels, both internal and external to the organization
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative team environment
- Ability to problem-solve, make decisions, and set priorities
- Competent in primary Microsoft Suite applications, for example, Word, Excel and Outlook
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
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