A prestigious nonprofit economic research organization in Cambridge, MA is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support its Research Administration team. This is a full-time, 35-hour-per-week role (9am-5pm with some flexibility), currently onsite with the potential for a hybrid schedule after training (on Mondays, in-person attendance is required). The position runs through the end of the year, with a strong likelihood of extension. Pay is $25-30/hour, depending on experience.



Key Responsibilities:

• Support post-award grant administration, including report preparation, compliance tracking, and project deliverables
• Coordinate meetings and events; manage invitations, agendas, and communication with participants
• Assist with developing grant proposal materials such as budgets, bio sketches, and administrative content
• Monitor payments, vendor bids, and hiring paperwork for researchers and assistants
• Maintain communication with funding agencies and ensure accurate documentation for grants
• Contribute to web content highlighting grant-funded research and outcomes

Candidate Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with experience in grant, research, academic, or student services administration
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Acrobat, and data entry
• Comfort handling confidential materials and eagerness to grow in a professional setting

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply today for immediate consideration!

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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