Research Administrator I - Michigan State University

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Research Administrator I


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Work type: Support Staff

Pay Grade:11

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Engineering

Department:Engineering Research Division Of 10016262

Sub Area:AP- Professionals

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Engineers/Architects, Financial/Accounting, Research/Scientific, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly



Position Summary

Serves as a resource for the College of Engineering for research proposals and budgets; assists in all aspects of the preparation of internally and externally funded research projects; works with Office of Sponsored Programs and Contracts and Grants Administration to carry out aspects of research proposal preparation and submission, revision and awards; works with other universities, federal and state governments, foundations, and industries; reviews solicitations and develops grant budgets; reviews proposals to ensure compliance with sponsoring agency regulations and University policies and procedures; develops and coordinates multiple projects with extensive interactions with internal colleges/units and external entities; some post-award accounting support; performs other administrative duties as assigned.


Position includes the opportunity for hybrid/remote work.

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; experience with word processing, accounting, and spreadsheet software; experience with federal, state, or industry grants, including developing complex budgets; grant management; experience with electronic grant submission processes such as NSF Fastlane or Grants.gov; experience reviewing solicitations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The job also requires completing Essentials of Research Administration at MSU certificate series or equivalent within one year of hire.

Desired Qualifications

Must possess exemplary customer service skills, including communication, customer focus, building relationships, building trust, impact, adaptability, ability to handle stress, critical thinking, problem-solving, and focus on process improvement. One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in research administration. Experience in developing budgets and related documents for research proposals, administering federal agency policies, and research administration, ideally in an academic environment; experience in budget development, management, revolving accounts, and financial analysis; extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access software; self-starter whose strengths include problem solving, teamwork, and ability to work on several projects simultaneously in a deadline-oriented environment; experience in administration of grants and contracts and reviewing agency solicitations; experience in preparation of complex research budgets with multiple investigators and tasks; completion of Essentials of Research Administration certificate series or Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification within one year of hire; experience with student payroll; knowledge of MSU policies and procedures; excellent communication skills and ability to work well with faculty and staff in a service-oriented unit. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), with the ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and external partners.

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

A complete application will include a cover letter outlining the candidate’s relevant experience, a current resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends October 8, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.


Advertised: Oct 2, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time