MIT Office of Resource Development · 4 months ago
Human Resources Administrator 1, SRS
Cambridge, MA, 02139, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$64K/yr - $79K/yr
2+ years expMIT Office of Resource Development is a leading research institution, and they are seeking a Human Resources Administrator to support their Research Laboratory of Electronics. The role involves executing HR activities, advising on recruitment and employee relations, and managing various HR transactions and reports.
Fundraising
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supports a dynamic interdisciplinary research lab with over $70M in annual expenditures, providing responsive and knowledgeable execution of moderately complex HR activities; advises faculty and managers on recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, HR policies, and personnel records; manages academic and non-academic HR transactions, coordinates visa processes, and supports salary equity reviews and special projects; manages postdoctoral appointments and offboarding for 80–100+ scholars, including reappointments, promotions, and visa coordination (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN); advises faculty on salary equity, mentoring plans, and annual reviews; liaise with the Office of the Vice President for Research; coordinates visa applications and timelines with the International Scholars Office; supports faculty and staff on HR matters, including employee relations and policy interpretation; assists with recruitment, onboarding, and RLE welcome events; ensure compliance with MIT policies; develops and analyze HR reports using Cognos for strategic planning; maintains HR records and databases; track appointments and visa expirations; processes non-academic hires and changes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness; manages weekly payroll for staff, UROPs, and visiting students; oversee Research Assistant appointments and may participate in committees and special projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
a minimum of two years of HR experience
strong communication skills
strong organizational skills
strong interpersonal skills
ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with discretion and judgment
Preferred
MIT experience
Company
MIT Office of Resource Development
At MIT, we pursue education, research, and innovation with a passion for serious impact.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Diana Castaneda
HR Business Partner/Operations Manager
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