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Research Administrator

1 month ago

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Job Description

The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory is seeking a highly skilled Research Administrator to support the development and submission of complex research initiatives. This role will manage internal research funding competitions, engage in pre-award proposal development, and post-award activity in support of complex proposals. The successful candidate will have a thorough working knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, applicable parts of the Code of Federal Regulations, and title 2 Office of Management and Budget Guidance for Grants and Agreements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the development and submission of complex research initiatives
  • Manage internal research funding competitions
  • Engage in pre-award proposal development and post-award activity
  • Have a thorough working knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and applicable parts of the Code of Federal Regulations

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, service orientation, and the ability to multi-task effectively in a varied, high-volume environment. They will also have excellent judgment, decision-making, and reasoning skills, as well as the ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.

Requirements
  • At least one year of specialized experience in a similar position at or above the grade 12 level
  • Thorough working knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and applicable parts of the Code of Federal Regulations
  • Strong interpersonal skills, service orientation, and the ability to multi-task effectively
  • Excellent judgment, decision-making, and reasoning skills