Research Administrator Lead (Remote and Sign-On Bonus Eligible)
About the position Responsibilities • Coordinate the administrative research process for proposal submissions (pre-award) and manage sponsored funds (post-award). • Assist Aerospace faculty in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals. • Prepare complex budgets, budget justifications, and supporting documentation to meet sponsor and University requirements. • Ensure compliance with all applicable sponsor and University proposal requirements and deadlines. • Provide comprehensive financial management and ethical stewardship of University and sponsor funds. • Review and monitor financial transactions for appropriateness and allowability. • Meet regularly with assigned faculty to discuss project planning and personnel effort, including financial analysis with projections. • Advise faculty and leadership on University, federal, and sponsor policies and recommend courses of action. • Partner with College and central office staff to resolve sponsor, financial, HR, and payroll issues. • Assist with training of other research administrators and provide backup support for the research administration team. • Identify, participate in, and lead process improvement activities. Requirements • Bachelor's degree with seven (7) or more years of progressive grant, finance, and contract experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Demonstrated excellent critical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and interpersonal skills. • High level of proficiency, speed, and accuracy with Excel and ability to adapt to changing technology. • Knowledge and application of project management best practices, including deadline management and prioritization. Benefits • Generous time off • A retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions and immediate vesting • Comprehensive health insurance options • Life insurance • Long-term disability coverage • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses • Maternity and Parental Leave Apply tot his job