Director of Human Resources

• May 2023 - Present

Senior Administration and Human Resources Manager

• Jan 2011 - May 2023

Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research HR generalist and senior administrator for a cancer research center at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), responsibile for managing the human resources function for over 350 faculty, staff, researchers and trainees, as well as visitors, affiliates and collaborators and supporting a broad range of HR activities across the Koch Institute (KI). Primary responsibility is the oversight of the organization’s human resources function… Show more Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research HR generalist and senior administrator for a cancer research center at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), responsibile for managing the human resources function for over 350 faculty, staff, researchers and trainees, as well as visitors, affiliates and collaborators and supporting a broad range of HR activities across the Koch Institute (KI). Primary responsibility is the oversight of the organization’s human resources function, which includes planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and practices, interpreting and communicating policies, supervision of the HR Coordinator, and ensuring outstanding service to the KI community. Areas of expertise include employee relations, employee development and training, organizational development, strategic planning, compensation, labor relations, benefits, employee development, and rewards and recognition programs. Additional responsibilities include developing and maintaining effective internal communications strategies and mechanisms; coordinating activities that foster a positive, cohesive, and effective organizational culture; and providing senior-level support to the Director and Assistant Director for Administration in related areas. Working closely with Assistant Director for Administration (ADA) and the Director, developing and implementing a comprehensive internal communication strategy that utilizes a variety of communication channels including events, meetings, emails, internal websites, memos, newsletters, social media and other media as appropriate.

Human Resources Administrator

• Apr 2003 - Dec 2011

MIT Center for Cancer Research/Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research

Sr. Administrative Assistant - Human Resources

• Sep 1999 - Mar 2003

Department of Biology at MIT: Provided administrative support in headquarters office of large academic department and worked with the Human Resources Administrator to manage all aspects of the department’s HR function. Responsibilities included: assisting with recruitment and selection; advising international scholars, lab staff and faculty on visa policy and issues; development and maintenance of employee database; generating and processing academic and non-academic appointments and personnel… Show more Department of Biology at MIT: Provided administrative support in headquarters office of large academic department and worked with the Human Resources Administrator to manage all aspects of the department’s HR function. Responsibilities included: assisting with recruitment and selection; advising international scholars, lab staff and faculty on visa policy and issues; development and maintenance of employee database; generating and processing academic and non-academic appointments and personnel actions; generating personnel statistics and reports; acting as liaison with the Dean’s Office, Payroll, International Scholars Office, central Human Resources and Benefits offices; serving as department parking coordinator; developing and managing multiple areas of department web site; selecting and purchasing computer hardware and software for headquarters suite.

Administrative Assistant

• Nov 1996 - Sep 1999

Provided administrative support to two social-service divisions within a large non-profit organization. Responsibilities included: conducting initial client intakes; offering referrals and information for nationwide benefits recipients; coordinating long-term care insurance assessments and ongoing care management; designing and maintaining client and provider databases; managing accounts payable and receivable; computer applications training. Provided administrative support to two social-service divisions within a large non-profit organization. Responsibilities included: conducting initial client intakes; offering referrals and information for nationwide benefits recipients; coordinating long-term care insurance assessments and ongoing care management; designing and maintaining client and provider databases; managing accounts payable and receivable; computer applications training.