Assistant Director of Research Administration - Remote

Overview

The Assistant Director of Research Administration will oversee comprehensive pre-post-award grant administration, providing consultation and recommendations for the use of financial resources to faculty and staff, while working in a dynamic research environment.

In Short

• Oversee full lifecycle of grant administration.
• Provide strategic guidance on funding and resource allocation.
• Supervise and support research administration staff.
• Manage pre- and post-award activities.
• Ensure compliance with university and federal policies.
• Lead process improvements and training initiatives.
• Generate financial analyses and reporting.
• Facilitate collaboration within the research administration team.
• Serve as department signatory for research proposals.
• Support faculty in identifying funding opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience.
• Advanced knowledge of sponsored research regulations.
• Supervisory experience is desirable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex and confidential information.
• High attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Self-directed with sound judgment.
• Experience in higher education preferred.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave.
• Health insurance coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement plans with university contributions.
• Wellbeing and mental health resources.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Commuter benefits and campus perks.