Research Administrator

The Illinois Institute of Technology has an immediate opening for a Research Administrator! As part of the Office of Sponsored Research & Programs team, the Research Administrator provides research administration support and guidance to faculty, staff & students in connection with externally supported, scholarly research, and grant proposals.

 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Works with the other Office of Sponsored Research & Programs (OSRP) staff on advising faculty and/or department personnel in preparation and processing of grant related applications, ensuring compliance with agency and institution policies. Assists in preparation and revisions of project budgets. Provides technical writing expertise to expedite the grant process.Works with the other OSRP staff on reviewing proposals and preaward revisions according to agency and institution requirements.  Prepares subcontracts and other agreements.Works with the other OSRP staff on post-award grant and contract administration of sponsored projects, including post-award revisions, periodic reporting and final reporting, subcontracts and close-out documentation.Maintains sponsored project records in accordance with Federal regulations, approved and audited systems and special contract terms.  Maintains up-to-date knowledge and expertise in federal, state, and other agency regulations and policies.Remains current on the federal/state laws and OMB circulars (A-133, A-110, A-21), which affect sponsored program activities.  Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) required.2-3 years of experience in grants and contract administration and negotiating in a variety of areas (government, industry, foundation, etc.) required.An ability to handle multiple tasks effectively is mandatory.Knowledge and experience of preaward and postaward research administration in academic setting with the ability to interpret and understand federal and non-federal regulations and operations of sponsored research.  Ability to work in fast paced environment with strict deadlines.  High degree of organizational skills & demonstrated skills in problem solving with the ability to execute multiple tasks, respond to multiple demands, and consider multiple alternatives.  Strong computer skills mandatory (i.e. databases, internet resources, spreadsheets).

 

Illinois Institute of Technology, founded in 1890, is a private, Ph.D -granting university with 6,400 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs including architecture, engineering, science, business, design, psychology, and law.  The Main Campus is located within minutes of downtown Chicago and its beautiful lakefront, and was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, one of the twentieth century’s most influential architects.  Visit www.iit.edu. 

 

Apply on-line at www.iitri.iit.edu. 

 

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