Project Coordinator - Provost

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) is responsible for pre-award administration of grants and
contracts, supporting investigators in developing proposals and funding strategies for their research and
scholarship; protection, management, and licensing of the University's intellectual property; oversight of the
use of human subjects and laboratory animals in research and teaching and the use of infectious agents and
recombinant DNA; implementation of the University's policies on conflict of interest in research and
misconduct in research and scholarship; and working with other administrative offices to create an
environment at the University that encourages and facilitates research. The OVPR assures that the services and
resources provided by the units under its direction meet the needs of the research community and satisfies the
requirements of laws and regulations that govern research and protect the University's interests. This includes
policy development, strategic planning, and oversight. The OVPR also works closely with the research
leadership of the schools and Tufts Medicine to promote cooperation, collaboration, and sharing of resources
to maintain a positive working relationship between the schools and with the hospital. Additionally, the OVPR
maintains close working relationships with faculty and department chairs to keep abreast of the needs and
direction of research and to foster an environment of open communication and responsiveness.

Provides advanced support and coordination for a university Program or Project. Produces a variety of
documents, reports and proposals, responds to inquiries and provides detailed information to constituents.
Organizes and maintains files and databases; designs and updates applications or other forms for data entry. May
assist in updating website and posting social media material. Participates in development of program or project
marketing and communications materials, coordinates logistics for meetings and events including travel and
arrangements for speakers, provides research assistance, and monitors budgets.