Research Administration Assistant

Classification Title:	Research Administration Assistant
Classification Minimum Requirements:	High School diploma and four years of experience, or equivalent college coursework in place of experience.
Job Description:

• →Provide comprehensive support for proposal development, review, and submission.
• →Assist with post-award activities including budget monitoring, reporting, and payroll distribution.
• →Track effort commitments, monitor project expenses, and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.
• →Serve as a liaison between faculty, staff, central administration, and funding sponsors.
• →Maintain current knowledge of research compliance, policies, and procedures.
• →Contribute to process improvements and assist with special projects as assigned.

Expected Salary:

Starting at $22.24 per hour; commensurate with qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma and four years of experience, or equivalent college coursework in place of experience.

Preferred:

• →Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across faculty, staff, and funding agencies.
• →Basic knowledge of sponsor regulations, state policies, and university procedures.
• →Ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and work independently with sound judgment.
• →Experience with PeopleSoft or Workday, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• →Familiarity with federal guidelines, including the OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
• →Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and service excellence.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered for this position, you must upload a cover letter and resume with application.

This is a time-limited position 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

position is re-posted, current applicants do not need to re-apply.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

Advertised: 22 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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