Research Administrator

Position Title

Research Administrator

Requisition Number

8901BR

College/Division

VP for Research

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References

Employment Category

Fulltime

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree

• 2 years of related experience

• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to review and edit proposals for content and compliance issues.

• Skill in budget development.

• Familiarity with contractual terminology

• Ability to manage multiple projects

• Ability to learn and effectively use award management software and related sponsor systems

• Effective and efficient writing and communication skills

• Ability to adapt to continuously changing sponsor guidelines, regulations, policies, and systems

• Foundational knowledge of sponsor agencies and their requirements

Department/College Description

The Research Administrator is part of the Sponsored Research Services office. This office has been instrumental in RIT's rapid growth in sponsored research funding and is a fast-paced, collaborative environment. More information about Sponsored Research Services can be found at http://www.research.rit.edu.

Office Infrastructure

The Research Administrator is part of the Sponsored Research Services office. This office has been instrumental in RIT's rapid growth in sponsored research funding and perform and is a fast-paced, collaborative environment. More information about Sponsored Research Services can be found at http://www.research.rit.edu.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of key tasks and supports externally sponsored programs across campus by facilitating the development, organization, and submission of proposals for external research funding. Works in collaboration with Sponsored Programs Accounting Office, funded Principal Investigators, external sponsors, and key university partners including VPs, Deans, Department Heads, and unit management.

Assists in reviewing and certifying proposals. Handles budget, compliance, and administrative aspects of proposals, and advises PIs on submission process. Identifies opportunities and assist in writing of proposals. Proposals are of low to moderate complexity (e.g. 1 sub contract, 1-2 faculty members, proposals < $1M). Functions under moderate supervision; receives guidance from more senior SRS staff. Work is monitored early and reviewed to lesser extent once proficiency is demonstrated.