Research Administrator Assistant

3 days ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Title: Assistant or Associate Research Administrator

At the Commonwealth of Virginia, we are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Assistant or Associate Research Administrator to join our team. As a key member of our research administration team, you will play a critical role in supporting the university's research initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and interpret sponsored project proposals, agreements, and administrative actions to ensure compliance with university and sponsor regulations.
  • Serve as a point of contact for faculty and staff to assist with locating, applying for, and obtaining external funding.
  • Navigate the RAMS-SPOT database and associated email account to respond to VCU faculty and staff, as well as non-profit, federal, state, and local government sponsors.
  • Participate in working groups as assigned.
Requirements:
  • Strong knowledge of 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards and individual federal and state agency regulations.
  • Ability to interpret and apply guidelines to individual situations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to relate proposed budgets to proposed activities.
  • Familiarity with common office computer applications, internet applications.
  • Ability to learn specialized applications such as customized database RAMS-SPOT (Research Administration Management System-Sponsored Programs Online Tracking).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree or commensurate experience.
  • CRA (Certified Research Administrator) preferred.
What We Offer:

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity, and cash match programs. You will also have access to flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off, and 12 paid holidays.



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