Grants Manager

Job Description General Summary: The Pain Grant Manager is responsible for the overall management of the Pain grants and sponsorships program in Medical Affairs. This role will have responsibility for queries around the submission and review process, including cross-functional training to key internal stakeholders. This role will ensure processes and procedures are conducted according to standards and SOPs established by Compliance, Legal, and Medical Affairs. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Provides oversight and full lifecycle management of incoming grant, humanitarian donations, sponsorship, exhibit and membership requests. This includes analysis and assessment of newly submitted external funding requests, oversight of grant committee meetings, contracting, milestone tracking/payments, reconciliations, budget planning and audit readiness Attends and participates in Grant Committee meetings, including presenting newly received grant requests to Committee members for decision Provides input into the ongoing enhancement of grant and sponsorship processes to ensure compliance with Vertex's policies, utilizing industry insights and benchmarking data Creates reports for grants tracking including status reports, metrics and dashboards Works with the Finance department to develop and track budgets and work with legal on contracting; participate in annual budget and forecasts Maintains data management systems that effectively support the review/approval process, archiving and maintenance of all grants programs May provide training on data management systems to new team members Provides support for one or more of the Vertex Award Programs as applicable Communicates and exchanges complex information with internal contacts (e.g., Medical Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Patient Advocacy, etc.) and external applicants Knowledge and Skills: Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Developed project management skills Strong initiative and problem solving skills Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams) as well as online meeting platforms (Zoom and GoToMeeting) Experience managing all types of grants (i.e., charitable donations, sponsorships, medical education and memberships) preferred Knowledge of relevant guidelines including, but not limited to, medical and regulatory affairs, drug development, FDA and regulatory guidelines (e.g., PhRMA guidelines, OIG, AMA, ACCME, EACCME, Sunshine Act, etc.) and compliance around Grant Programs Proficiency with Request Management systems Experience working in the pain management space Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline Typically requires 4 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients. Pay Range: $121,800 - $182,800 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more. Flex Designation: Remote-Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Remote-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. Remote: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion – you’re always welcome on-site; or select 2. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 3. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at View email address on click.appcast.io Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases — cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia — and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including APOL1-mediated kidney disease, acute and neuropathic pain, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1 and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency . Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 14 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. 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