Joyce Ferland

About Joyce Ferland

Senior research administrative leader with over 30 years of success in financial planning, strategic management, and sponsored research within academic medical centers and higher education institutions. Expertise in research administration, financial management, and compliance, with a strong record of streamlining operations, implementing process improvements, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research.

Experience

1. Executive Director of Research, Enterprise Radiology (Interim) Mass General Brigham (Mgb)

   Mass General Brigham

   Jul 2024 — Present

   Pioneering a transformative leadership role within MGB Enterprise Radiology to integrate and streamline research administration operations, aligning them with MGB\'s 10-year strategic plan. This role includes providing comprehensive oversight of financial, personnel, operational, and regulatory functions within research administration and managing a $214.1 million research portfolio across MGB Enterprise Radiology. Key responsibilities include:Strategic integration of research administration operations across MGB Enterprise Radiology, developing unified processes to enhance efficiency and administrative effectiveness.Serving as a central leader on the Radiology Enterprise leadership team, setting standards for operational excellence and advising the MGB Enterprise Radiology Chief of Service.Managing a high-volume research administration operation, with responsibilities over 1180 active funds, between 740 - 800 proposals annually, and 10 Partners Fee-for-Service Cores.Leading and mentoring a team of 35 research administrators, supporting 1480 research staff, including 400 Principal Investigators (PIs).Spearheading initiatives for process improvements, innovative grant management, and operational enhancements.

Education

• Johnson & Wales University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Global Business Leadership

• Johnson & Wales University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance and Financial Management Services

Skills

• Accounting
• Microsoft Office
• Outlook
• Policy Analysis
• Account Reconciliation
• Peoplesoft
• Word
• Program Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Funding
• Data Analysis
• Financial Management
• Financial Reporting
• Excel
• Budgeting
• System Administration
• Analytical Skills
• Compliance
• Managerial Finance
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Grants
• Public Policy
• Research
• Budgets
• Finance
• Grant Research
• Budget Development
• Nih
• Non-Profits
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Training
• Budget Management
• Microsoft Word
• Financial Analysis
• Leadership
• Supervisory Skills
• Analysis