Alexandra Werley
About Alexandra Werley
Alexandra Werley is a Research Administrator with extensive experience in managing grant applications. She has worked at various prestigious institutions, including Brigham and Women's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and currently serves at the Broad Institute.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Alexandra Werley has been serving as a Research Administrator at the Broad Institute since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various research projects and grant applications. Her position requires her to navigate the complexities of funding and compliance within a high-action environment, ensuring that multiple projects are managed effectively.
Previous Experience in Grant Administration
Prior to her current role, Alexandra Werley held several positions that focused on grant administration. She worked as a Grant Administrator in Infectious Diseases at Brigham and Women's Hospital from 2016 to 2018. Before that, she was a Proposal Development Specialist at Boston Medical Center from 2011 to 2013 and served as a Fellowship and Training Grants Administrator and Project Manager at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute from 2013 to 2016.
Background in Special Events and Project Management
Alexandra's career began with a role as a Special Events Associate at Autism Speaks in 2010. This position provided her with foundational experience in event planning and coordination. Her subsequent roles in grant administration have further developed her project management skills, particularly in managing federal and non-federal grant applications.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Alexandra Werley earned her Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from Wheaton College, Massachusetts, from 2006 to 2010. She later pursued a Master's degree in Management at Northeastern University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and organizational management.
Skills and Professional Development
Throughout her career, Alexandra has developed strong adaptability skills, allowing her to work effectively with diverse personalities and environments. She is comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, which is essential in her current role at the Broad Institute and previous positions in grant administration.