Research Administrator Associate

18 hours ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Administrator to join our team at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine. As a key member of our Office of Research Administration, you will play a critical role in supporting the success of our researchers and their projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide pre-award support to investigators, including proposal development and submission
  • Work with researchers and VCU offices to establish awards and ensure financial and administrative management
  • Monitor expenditures for allowability, allocability, and reasonableness, and prepare financial analysis and projections
  • Manage effort and payroll allocations to projects
  • Facilitate post-award actions, including progress reporting, amendments, and close-outs
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and prior relevant work experience in a financial, compliance, or research-related field
  • 1 or more years of prior work experience preferred; additional work experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Prior research administration experience preferred
  • Ability to interpret and apply complex government regulations and contractual terms
  • Excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communication skills, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as part of a dynamic team in a diverse environment
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in administrative and financial management in an academic setting
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or ability to obtain CRA within 2 years
  • Master's degree preferred
  • General understanding of IRB and IACUC policies
What We Offer

VCU offers a competitive benefits package, including health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, retirement planning, and professional development opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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