German Cavelier

German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume Phone:- Address: 33 Rich Street, Waltham MA 02451 Page 1 of 6 - Available for relocation anywhere at no expense. US citizen. Abundant neuroscience background. Currently receiving all USA government benefits, albeit with a reduced pension due to only 10 years at NIH. https://www.linkedin.com/in/germancavelier/ PERSONAL STATEMENT • I am actively involved, beginning in earnest in 2025, in supporting biomedical science, bioengineering, and STEM projects led by U.S. scientists that have components in the Caribbean and/or South America. My goal is to connect with relevant Latin American researchers and secure or foster ongoing funding from the NIH and other funding agencies, such as the Wellcome Trust. I aim to create a network of biomedical researchers for collaboration in research, grant funding opportunities, and grant writing—particularly for U.S. researchers interested in projects and collaborations in the Caribbean and South America, with an initial focus on Colombia. • As an NIH program officer and research administrator at research institutions, I fostered interdisciplinary research models across departments, schools, hospitals, and other organizations to address critical biomedical challenges. • I enjoyed establishing a collaborative intellectual environment focused on cutting-edge technology and applied the latest genomics tools. I participated in teams that worked to redefine the boundaries of science and biomedical research. • • • • In several NIH interdisciplinary committees, I provided support to Principal Investigators (PIs) in research compliance and financial management, handling both pre- and post-award administration tasks. I reported to the Dean, Vice President, and President’s offices, the Office of Sponsored Research, as well as to funding agency branch directors in my role as a team manager. Throughout this work, I developed and applied excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. • I assisted busy PIs in preparing complex NIH program/center proposals (P and U types), some of which involved sub-awards. • • • I frequently collaborated with faculty, sponsors, and internal teams on all pre-award processes. I was able to effectively communicate with research administration officials at affiliated hospitals. Additionally, I provided long-term post-award support to the PIs in my portfolio, managing NIH RPPRs, financial reporting, and compliance. • I consistently served as a faculty liaison with sponsors, ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local compliance requirements and document submissions. • I followed NIH rules and regulations for budget building and coordinated with faculty on annual budget projections. With over 10 years of experience in federal and non-federal grant administration, I have developed familiarity with NIH’s federal grants management systems, including eRA Commons, Grants.gov, the NIH ASSIST tool, and other research administration software tools. • • • • Experience and Skills that I can offer and deliver: I have also developed the ability to work independently and meet deadlines in the fast-paced environment of grant administration. Planned and executed detailed work breakdown structures for projects under my responsibility. Collected and analyzed NIH data, generated reports, and interpreted trends for review and explanation. German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume Page 2 of 6 Mentored and advised team members in bioengineering and biomedical fields, ensuring timely deliverables. Supported principal investigators by editing proposals and budgeting $53M for 177 successful grants. • • Further details regarding my strategic leadership and oversight in all aspects of research administration operations, along with my work history, education, qualifications, and references, are provided in the CV/resume below for your consideration. The position of Senior Research Administrator at the Broad Institute aligns seamlessly with my extensive background in interdisciplinary scientific, programmatic, operational, and strategic research administration roles across esteemed research institutions. My extensive career trajectory enables me to offer valuable insights and advice that younger applicants may not possess. I have actively participated in and contributed to initiatives firsthand, providing a unique perspective. Additionally, I am highly adaptable and committed to meeting job requirements according to your preferences. I have a strong willingness to learn and maintain flexibility in my approach. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Experienced in supporting principal investigator team development through interactive event planning. Proficient in managing communication efforts via electronic resources, including website management. Experienced in facilitating international visiting scholar programs, particularly from France, through internal and external collaboration. Capable of coordinating research operations for shared facilities, instrumentation, and personnel. Proficient in assembling, preparing, editing, and submitting proposals and reports. Experienced in providing assistance to top leadership teams for organizational activities. Background in utilizing technology to enhance administrative and operational functions. Recently trained in advanced online digital tools for event planning and communication. Served as Vice Dean of Research for several years, reporting to the Dean of the School of Engineering. Provided leadership, coordination, and execution of strategic research development initiatives. Collaborated with the Biology Department, external Schools of Medicine, and hospitals. Worked with university-wide units and partners, including the Physics and Chemistry Departments. Focused on developing innovative applications in Bioengineering and Computational Neurosciences. Facilitated large-scale, multidisciplinary initiatives and projects, including Computational and Molecular Chemistry. Fostered center-scale research development initiatives with the Council of Deans. Supported principal investigators (PIs) in strategic planning for complex grant proposals, resulting in new research areas. Developed processes to assist PIs and trainees with grants and fellowships in both the USA and France. Established research administration offices and tools to provide oversight and strategic direction. Interacted with the Vice President for Research at Columbia University for new strategic planning. Ensured Dean’s Office staff remained informed on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, outreach, finance, and grants and contracts. Provided executive-level thought partnership to the Vice President for Research. Collaborated closely with the Director of Strategic Collaborations and Center Support Offices. Promoted university-wide partnerships in collaboration with central administration and across schools. Developed best-in-class research development practices with faculty and the Dean. Acquired new AI and ML software and tools, exploring and evaluating data and competitive intelligence. Provided guidance on strategic research enterprise issues, particularly in interactions with hospitals. Prepared the Dean’s team for stakeholder and partner interactions regarding research initiatives and collaborations. Team Management and Relationship Development • • As an interdisciplinary Program Officer at NIH and a Research Administrator at grantee institutions, I led, coordinated, and executed research development goals with multiple internal multidisciplinary committees. Provided oversight and leadership on strategic direction, operational processes, and portfolio management. German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume • • • • • • • • • • • • • Page 3 of 6 Managed Assistant Directors and Associate Directors of Research Development across various areas. Supported the Director of Center Pre-award Services. Developed operational best practices, including effective proposal literature search engines, and libraries. Ensured the preservation of institutional knowledge through knowledge-sharing with colleagues, graduate students, researchers, and directors of collaborating institutions, including professional development opportunities. Provided executive-level thought partnership to the Dean and Research Directors of collaborating institutions. Prepared the Dean, Vice Presidents, and Research Leadership for stakeholder interactions regarding diverse research initiatives across NIH and leading research universities. Established and fostered relationships with universities, departmental administrators, and external contacts at Schools of Medicine and Hospitals. Supported faculty in strategic planning for center-scale initiatives aligned with research institution priorities. Assisted faculty in articulating a clear center-scale vision and unique value proposition. Facilitated continuous internal brainstorming meetings and workshops. Supported planning for broader impacts, such as DEI initiatives in NIMH committees, outreach, education, and community engagement at Columbia, NYU, and Montefiore. Assisted in team formation and identified strategic partnerships. Supported faculty in pursuing internal and external seed funding for new initiatives. Identifying, Reviewing and Developing Funding Opportunities • • • • Collaborated for several years with funding agency institutes, universities, hospitals, and leadership at grantee institutions to identify large-scale funding opportunities, including three NIH National Centers for Biomedical Computation (NCBCs) as a Science Officer. Planned and executed strategic relationship management with funders such as NIH, NSF, and the Gates Foundation at grantee institutions. Developed and maintained productive relationships between university faculty and NIH program officers. Assessed institutional factors influencing competitiveness for funding opportunities using data analysis. Specialized in Large-Scale Proposal Support • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Managed large-scale proposal development efforts at research universities and NIH. Facilitated the formation of project and proposal teams, essential for interdisciplinary endeavors. Managed project processes and provided budget support. Offered strategic proposal development, writing, editing, and review assistance. As an NIH Program Officer, coordinated extensive pre-award and post-award activities for large, complex grant and contract portfolios. Gained experience managing federal, state, local, and private grants at grantee institutions, adhering to institutional policies. Proficient in electronic research administration tools for proposals to NIH, ARPA-H, DARPA DoD, and the US Navy, including Grants.gov, NIH eRA Commons ASSIST, and RePORTER. Experienced with NSF Fastlane and adaptable to new systems. Conducted pre-award activities, including the preparation and submission of grant proposals, ensuring compliance with agency and university guidelines. Ensured timely proposal entry and routing for review, following institution-specific policies. Collaborated with the Office of Sponsored Projects, faculty, staff, and various institutes to coordinate financial processes such as subcontracts and invoices. Monitored multiple grants and financial systems to provide accurate documentation. Provided guidance to PIs and grant staff on audits by funding organizations, ensuring compliance with program and financial systems. Reconciled monthly and annual grant activity reports from the university’s electronic reporting system and explored new tools like Cayuse™ and Streamline™. Developed a solid understanding of fringe benefits, indirect cost rates, and financial policies, particularly at Fordham, Montefiore, and Brandeis. German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Page 4 of 6 Advised supervisors on institutional and sponsor policies and their financial implications. Assisted faculty in grant proposal preparation, including budget development & application requirements. Coordinated with other offices to establish proposal submission guidelines, adhering to timelines. Created and updated grant application templates with current indirect cost, tuition, and fringe rates. Ensured compliance with funding agency guidance and internal institutional policies. As an NIH Science Officer, managed large interdisciplinary projects. Exercised discretion and judgment based on NIH grants management advice to ensure compliance. Assisted PIs in managing project efforts and adjusting budgets to meet goals and federal requirements. Developed and produced accurate financial reports, assisting in preparing RPPRs and ad hoc reports for budgeting and planning. Demonstrated strong analytical skills and collaborative leadership in managing post-award activities, including budget reconciliation and forecasting. Substantial knowledge of funding programs and proposal policies. Highly organized, enthusiastic, and personable, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Capable of analyzing and interpreting complex scientific data, with a strong ability to learn new software. Skilled in managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, service-oriented environment. Thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven grant administration settings. Strong administrative and managerial experience, with the ability to influence senior organizational levels. Expertise in independent and collaborative work. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI) and Google tools. ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND DESIRED CAREER PATH • Implemented comprehensive NIH interdisciplinary administration roadmaps. • Facilitated Principal Investigators (PIs) in completing federal grant forms. • Served as an NIH Science Officer for three major U54 program grants. • • • Cultivated long-term partnerships with colleagues and grantees using emotional intelligence. Collaborated with leaders and faculty to define a mission, vision, and incorporated feedback. Assisted leadership in managing cross-functional teams and funding opportunity announcements. • • • Advocated for the use of Grants.gov, eRA Commons, ARPA-H, ASSIST, FastLane, and the CFR. Organized, coordinated, and supervised teams to develop large, multi-PI grant proposals. Collaborated with NYU, Columbia, Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Caltech, and international institutions. • • Developed extramural committee policies for the National Centers for Biomedical Computing. Established and nurtured new and existing internal and external relationships. • • Acted as primary point of contact for 115+ faculty, assistants, and inter-institutional alliances. Developed blood pressure control and EEG analysis prototypes in collaboration with the Centre de Neuroscience de Lyon. • Co-created the Bioengineering Program; served as Vice Dean for Research. • Led researchers in the study of neuro-immunology and other emerging areas. • • Evaluated findings indicating the influence of molecular memories throughout life through epigenetics. Analyzed conclusions suggesting that epigenetic malfunctions may contribute to neuropsychiatric diseases. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS • • Johns Hopkins University - Ph.D. Molecular Biophysics. (06/1997 - 03/2002). Phi Beta Kappa honor. Universités de Grenoble, Toulouse - MS, BS. Biomedical Electronics (08/0000 - 08/0000). Assez-bien (Good). WORK EXPERIENCE - Top Institutions & Funding Agencies • Consolidated Senior Research Administrator expertise (08/2017 – present). • Worked independently and at institutions such as the Regenstrief Institute, Universidad de los German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume • • • • • • • Expanded portfolio to 60+ grants, successfully securing 177 grants for $52.8 million. Facilitated team participation in interdisciplinary and all-hands meetings for three National Centers for Biomedical Computing (NCBCs) over several years. Engaged in negotiations with BRAIN, Big Data to Knowledge, Roadmap, bioinformatics, and nanomedicine initiatives. Reviewed updates to Program Announcements (PAs) and Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs), conducting analyses using NIH databases. Supported Principal Investigators (PIs) in the peer review process, attended interdisciplinary seminars, and contributed to institute advisory councils. Senior Research Scientist, Columbia University, Electrical Engineering Department, New York, NY (08/2001-10/2004). • • Andes, Brandeis University, Montefiore Health System, and Fordham University. Created budgets for faculty and staff, analyzed financial performance, and ensured accurate fund distribution. Provided guidance and training to Principal Investigators (PIs) in crafting comprehensive grant applications. Negotiated budgets with NIH, SAMHSA, AHRQ, and private foundations, subawards. Possess extensive expertise as a Health Science Administrator (Program Officer) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Washington, DC (April 2005 to April 2015). • • • Page 5 of 6 Developed models for time-dependent intracellular genetic regulatory networks, submitted a related grant application to the NSF; facilitated collaborative projects with NYU and Fordham. Ph.D. Biophysics, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD (06/1997-03/2002). • Utilized ad-hoc and ab initio UNIX scripts in GAUSSIAN, UNICHEM, and CHARMM molecular dynamics software packages at Harvard University to calculate quantum chemistry nanomolecular properties. RECENT DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND LINKEDIN TRAINING COURSES TAKEN • • • • Proficient in operating CAYUSE, NIH ASSIST, and Grants.gov; utilized Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Skilled in designing Excel dashboards and providing training in XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables. Created pivot table dashboards and reports using Power BI and developed flowcharts in MIRO. Explored Agile methodologies and foundations, with strong project and program management skills. SELECTED PUBLICATIONS • • • • • Cavelier G., Anastassiou D. Phenotype analysis using network motifs derived from changes in regulatory network dynamics. Proteins - Structure Function and Bioinformatics. 2005; Volume 60(3):525-546. Cavelier G., Anastassiou D. Data-based model, and parameter evaluation in dynamic transcriptional regulatory networks. Proteins - Structure Function and Bioinformatics. 2004; Volume 55(2):339-350. Cavelier G, Amzel L.M. Mechanism of NAD(P)H quinone reductase: Ab-initio studies of reduced flavin. Proteins - Structure Function and Genetics. 2001; Volume 43(4):420-432. Cavelier G., Amzel L.M. Role of fluctuations in quinone reductase hydride transfer: Combined quantum mechanics and molecular dynamics study. AIP Conference Proceedings. 2001; Volume 851:115. LANGUAGES, HONORS AND AWARDS • • Received Phi Beta Kappa honors distinction during the Johns Hopkins University Ph.D. Program. Successfully completed a French Government fellowship in France, attaining an advanced level of proficiency in French. Proficient in fluent Spanish. REFERENCES German Cavelier, Ph.D. - CV / Resume • • • Page 6 of 6 George Rose, Ph.D. Research Professor, Johns Hopkins University --George Hong, Ph.D. Supervisor, VP Research, Fordham University --Dimitris Anastassiou, Ph.D., Professor Columbia University -- German Cavelier, Ph.D. - 33 Rich Street, Waltham MA 02451 -