Job Description:

Site: Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
The Wellman Center for Photomedicine is the world's largest academic research facility dedicated to investigating the effects of light on human biology and to the development of light-mediated, minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. A pioneer in light-based biomedical research, the Center has been the source of many of the most successful transfers of this research to clinical applications.


Led by many talented and expert scientific investigators, the Center also has a strong administrative team which will be broadly managed, developed and enhanced by the Administrative Director. Together they ensure the operational and administrative services supporting the faculty, faculty laboratories and academic development of all personnel within the Center.


Receiving general direction from the Thematic Center Director and the Vice President for MGH Research, incumbent is responsible for setting administrative direction (i.e. policies and procedures, systems, etc.) and coordinating the research aspects of the Wellman Center for Photomedicine (WCP). Drawing on a broad understanding of Hospital, Harvard University, and sponsor policies and requirements, and displaying a high degree of initiative and independent judgment, the incumbent will collaborate closely with Center leadership and WCP faculty to continually assess and direct a wide range of research issues, including financial, personnel, operational, regulatory, facilities, systems, programmatic development, long-range planning and project development for the Center. In addition, the Administrative Director will collaborate with MGH, Mass General Brigham (MGB), Harvard Medical School (HMS), and other departments and organizations, e.g. MIT, aligned with the appointments of WCP faculty members. Administrative Director will also manage day-to-day operations of WCP including strategic initiatives that will enhance the mission of the Center.



Qualifications



Management Responsibility



Provides direct and indirect management for assigned personnel including employees in administrative, grant and other operational support roles in staff and management capacities. Direct reports presently are over 10. May provide management of other staff as needed, such as summer students. Ensures appropriate administration and supervision of staff across the Center.



Fiscal Responsibility


Leads fiscal management for Center. Includes ensuring appropriate, compliant and timely financial management of research and sundry funds. Engages in and leads prudent fiscal management of program resources (e.g. employee overtime, supplies, etc.).



Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in management, finance or related discipline; Master's degree preferred.


• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of directly related management experience within research settings.


• Research or technical experience in an academic environment is a plus.

Working Conditions



Normal office conditions. May be required to attend meetings outside of regularly scheduled hours.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


2014 Washington Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



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