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Human Resources Administrator 1, SRS
  • Job Number: 25199
  • Functional Area: Human Resources
  • Department: Research Laboratory of Electronics
  • School Area: VP Research
  • Pay Range Minimum: $64,000
  • Pay Range Maximum: $79,200
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 6


Posting Description

HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATOR 1, SRS, Research Laboratory of Electronics, 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.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of HR experience; strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with discretion and judgment. PREFERRED: MIT experience.

9/12/2025