[Hiring] Program Officer @Health Resources in Action Inc

Role Description

The Program Officer, Biomedical Research Grantmaking (Program Officer) seeks to advance health by working as part of a team to create, manage, and evaluate grant programs that support biomedical research. This project management role includes responsibility for developing, executing, managing, and evaluating competitive award programs and other ad hoc activities.

• Develop and maintain relationships with awardees, scientific advisory committees, staff, clients, biomedical societies, and institutions.
• Occasionally travel on behalf of HRiA.
• Support the strategic research program oversight of the Grantmaking team.
• Understand and translate biomedical research to a wide range of audiences.
• Design and implement approaches that leverage strengths and overcome barriers in health equity across multiple life sciences funding initiatives and projects.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field such as philanthropy, development, or biomedical research.
• A master’s degree in a biomedical related field such as biology, chemistry, neuroscience, genetics, etc. is preferred.
• A PhD in biomedical research and/or previous experience in grants management is advantageous but not required.
• A demonstrated understanding and commitment to operationalizing health and racial equity principles in grantmaking practices and/or approaches to biomedical research.
• A commitment to value diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives.
• A commitment to a growth mindset, flexibility, and iteration and learning in their approach to solving problems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in or capability of learning new software, including Asana, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Suite including Excel, SmartSimple grants management software, WordPress, Video Conferencing/Calling.
• Ability to work as part of a team and self-starter.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Serve as a project manager for multiple projects within the Grantmaking portfolio.
• Manage timelines and deliverables for grantmaking processes, including peer review and pre- and post-award activities.
• Provide programmatic/project oversight of Grants Coordinators and Associates.
• Work with team members to create and implement tools and materials for biomedical research funding opportunities, evaluations, and landscape scans.
• Support the writing of proposals, blog posts, and client communications.
• Keep abreast of advances in biomedical research and share trends with the Grantmaking team.
• Participate in professional networks relevant to biomedical research and in professional development activities.

Benefits

• This is a full-time, exempt position at 35-40+ hours per week.
• The salary range for this position is $65,000-$72,000 and is commensurate with experience and credentials.
• HRiA offers an attractive benefits package including employer-funded medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and employer contributions to a tax-deferred annuity.
• Flexible work schedules and policies that promote work/life balance.
• Vacation starting at four weeks, paid family and medical leave, 13 paid holidays, plus office closure time for the last week of December.
• HRiA seeks candidates nationally.
• The Program Officer will be required to travel for various programmatic activities, including regular Massachusetts-based events.