Research Administrator II

Position Summary

The MSU Department of Physiology and Division of Pathology is seeking an independent and detail-oriented Research Administrator to join our team and serve as the primary resource for research administration. The successful candidate will manage a research portfolio exceeding $25 million, sourced from NIH, NSF, DOD, USDA, and other extramural funding organizations. The position works with a global community of internationally recognized scholars from diverse nationalities, ethnicities, and backgrounds. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support in project development, grant and contract administration, compliance, and financial management for research activities.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• • Administer grants, contracts, and sponsored post-award.
  • Monitor project financials, budgets, and prepare financial reports
  • Advise on ongoing stewardship of research funds.
  • Manage project closeout activities and develop final reports.
  • Coordinate the processing of cost share entries and effort reporting.
  • Audit financials, data, and regulatory documentation.
  • Manage facilities, equipment, supplies, and research records.
  • Develop research budgets, billing processes, and reporting mechanisms.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business administration, Finance, or a research-related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in research administration including the area of pre- or post-award processes, or related field such as regulatory administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This job requires completion of Essentials of Research Administration (MSU Certificate) or equivalent within one year of hire. 

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business administration, Accounting, Finance, or a research-related field. One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in research administration including the area of pre or post award processes, or related field such as regulatory administration, financial management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Proficiency in Excel for developing and producing reports and other data management tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to serve as a liaison between various stakeholders.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of academic and research protocols, including regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.

This job requires completion of Essentials of Research Administration (MSU Certificate) or equivalent within one year of hire. 

Ability to carry out job responsibilities with minimal supervision, determining priorities to meet deadlines, making independent decisions as necessary to serve the functional objectives of the department.

• Experience with academic human resources protocols involving hiring, visa applications, fixed-term appointments, and fellows.
• Experience developing and producing Microsoft Access based reports.
• Knowledge of academic human resources protocols including hiring, visa applications, fixed-term appointments, and fellowships.
• Strong critical thinking and independent decision-making skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter

Resume/CV

Names & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

WWW.PSL.MSU.EDU

Bidding eligibility ends August 13, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.