Program Manager

About the Opportunity ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: The Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things (WIoT) is a leading research center, think tank, and technology incubator in the area of networked wireless systems, IoT, 5G and 6G, and future spectrum exploitation with unrivaled talent, federal funding, industry collaborations, and access to venture capital, creating a highly fertile environment for innovation and tech-based economic growth. Areas of excellence include AI for wireless systems, Open RAN, AI-RAN, spectrum sharing, mmWave and Terahertz systems, Internet of Things, network security, network management and orchestration, wireless systems in extreme environments; tech policy, entrepreneurship, and innovation. JOB SUMMARY: The Program Manager will report to the Associate Director Finance and Administration, and will work strategically and collaboratively with the PI, faculty, staff and students from the University and external stakeholders. This is a one-year contract, renewable contingent on availability of funding and positive performance reviews. This position will be based on the Boston campus of Northeastern University with some local travel required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES: WIoT seeks a Program Manager to support its ongoing grant-funded projects and related post-award tasks. The successful candidate will lead as a Program Manager for a range of project activities including: monitoring the project progress towards milestones and submitting all documents required by the sponsor and the university. providing support for the management of project reports, presentations, other deliverables, and grant related material. managing the day-to-day operations of the project, including the operating budget and resourcing needs. assisting faculty in structuring phases of the project into tasks and subtasks, the development of internal processes and adherence with university policies and procedures. coordinating project-related activities and fostering strong relationships with various teams across the university. assisting faculty in developing project proposals, meeting proposal preparation deadlines, and assisting in defining management plans. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The position requires a dynamic individual who can work well in a busy environment that requires multitasking and friendly and professional interactions with a wide range of individuals. Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, research/grant administration, or a related field. Strong knowledge of federal grant regulations (2 CFR 200); Skilled in grant budgeting, application development, and account reconciliation; Well-rounded project management skills including excellent organizational skills, analytical ability, financial management, risk identification, planning, and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail. Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to tailor communications between project teams and stakeholders. Ability to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced, diverse and changing environment as part of an effective team. Ability to juggle multiple tasks, prioritize and meet demanding deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required; Experience with Workday, Banner, Cognos, Smartsheet systems preferred. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume Cover Letter Position Type General Administration Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 107S Expected Hiring Range: $52,820.00 - $74,607.50 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact. Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The systemwhich includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwideserves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The universitys residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeasterns personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectorsaligned around solving todays highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.