Maria Mahoney
Biography
I graduated from the University of Massachusetts Boston in 1996 with a BA in Liberal Arts. I began my career working in the department of biology. My journey spans over 30 years as an administrator in an academic setting. Over the years, I was fortunate to have wonderful mentors, learn and aquire many skills, and create working relationships and friendships along the way.
Area of Expertise
As the Director of Finance, Grants and Operations I provide financial, administrative, personnel, and grants administration leadership and management for the Gerontology Institute (GI) and Department of Gerontology (DG). I am responsible for facilitating grant and external funding applications and administration for the Gerontology Institute and Gerontology department faculty. I am also responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Institute, including supervision of related staff functions; and will assume responsibility for the overall management of the Institute’s accounting interactions with the Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences (MCNHS) Deans office and other University administrative units, including account maintenance; processing personnel actions; forecasting and budgeting; expense reporting; purchasing; and maintaining records in compliance with university and research sponsor policies.
Additional Information
In 2024, I began a new position for the Gerontology Institute as their new Director of Finance, Grants & Operations. I find my new position challenging, and rewarding at the same time. I look forward to be continually enriched by the diverse community at UMB.