Christine Benoit Email & Phone Number

Boston, Ma, Us

United States

United States

The purpose of the position is to manage all the non-scientific aspects of the Division’s broad program of astrophysical research, and specifically to administer its sponsored project, human resources, and financial functions; supervise its administrative staff; provide effective administrative liaison between organizational partners; and support the Division Chair (DC) and other Observatory senior management in long-range planning and special projects as assigned. The Division Administrator is… Show more The purpose of the position is to manage all the non-scientific aspects of the Division’s broad program of astrophysical research, and specifically to administer its sponsored project, human resources, and financial functions; supervise its administrative staff; provide effective administrative liaison between organizational partners; and support the Division Chair (DC) and other Observatory senior management in long-range planning and special projects as assigned. The Division Administrator is expected to create an atmosphere in which scientific research can thrive by understanding the needs of the scientific staff and working cooperatively with this staff. Show less

Assumes a leadership role in the day-to-day operations of SSP-Harvard, one of the Center for Astrophysics' six scientific divisions. The Division Administrator is responsible for the fiscal and administrative management of six research groups.

Cambridge, Ma

As the FAS Procurement Manager I worked with departments to meet their purchasing, disbursement, and reimbursement objectives while enforcing policy and developing best practices to obtain the highest value. A key part of this responsibility was acting as a liaison between the departments and the back offices of Accounts Payable and Strategic Procurement. I worked to ensure that departmental and central roles were defined and best practices are put into place so that transactions are… Show more As the FAS Procurement Manager I worked with departments to meet their purchasing, disbursement, and reimbursement objectives while enforcing policy and developing best practices to obtain the highest value. A key part of this responsibility was acting as a liaison between the departments and the back offices of Accounts Payable and Strategic Procurement. I worked to ensure that departmental and central roles were defined and best practices are put into place so that transactions are processed as efficiently as possible. Show less

Responsible for the daily administration of the Center. Administer all Center finances including budget plans and forecasting. Administer pre- and post-award management for approximately 55 contracts and grants totaling over $20M for 18 PIs from Arts & Sciences and Engineering schools. Work directly with faculty and senior investigators on the development of grants/major contract applications; ensure agency guidelines and requirements with sponsors. Research best practices for management and… Show more Responsible for the daily administration of the Center. Administer all Center finances including budget plans and forecasting. Administer pre- and post-award management for approximately 55 contracts and grants totaling over $20M for 18 PIs from Arts & Sciences and Engineering schools. Work directly with faculty and senior investigators on the development of grants/major contract applications; ensure agency guidelines and requirements with sponsors. Research best practices for management and act as liaison for all department interactions both internal and external. Show less

Manage portfolio of commodities with annual spend of $42 M at 80% market share in a non-mandated, decentralized environment. Serve as functional lead on various new technology implementations related to procurement to improve processes through technology and change management. Create custom queries in the Oracle data warehouse to find relevant patterns in data. Created web-based vendor dashboard reporting tool and managed project for a supplies re-use website for the University.

Managed two web developer staff and implemented a communication plan for an environmental advocacy group within Harvard University including web and newsletters. Researched various technologies in search for greatest efficiencies of time and price. Created loan repository web application with Cold Fusion and Oracle for increased transparency to the end users.

Managed four faculty's administrative needs in varying geological disciplines. Duties included office and lab management and working with students at varying levels in their careers. Created website for lab to clearly explain the science and features to promote grad student interest in the department. Planned and coordinated a geological field expedition to Hawaii for 45 undergraduate students.

Served as point person for RFP responses for multiple bids for a start up company. Worked with sales staff in developing CRM tool and marketing materials for awarded business. Managed trade show booth marketing.

Developed and modified astronomy-related programs for public presentation. Presented entertaining “the sky tonight” shows for audiences of over 400 people (students, tourists).

Alm, Information Technology

Dean's List Award

Bs, Physics & Astronomy