Assistant Research Administrator

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of USC is seeking an experienced Assistant Research Administrator to join the KSOM Office of Research Administration serving the research community of the Keck School of Medicine.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• One or more years of experience with sponsored research, NIH preferred
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office
• Enjoys teamwork and team building
• Excels at professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment and balance competing priorities
• Previous work experience in an academic/university and/or research setting
• Minimum Experience: 1 Year
• Minimum Field of Expertise: A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with broad knowledge of relevant research computer software, e.g.: Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Outlook, SPSS, Visio, and SunGard.
• Experience in creating and analyzing statistical reports.
• Must be able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records and generate reports.
• Proven oral and written communication skills to interact with other employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepares complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.
• Develops, prepares, revises, and finalizes project budgets, and provides budget justification.
• Collaborates with the Sponsored Research Offices to ensure awards are set up properly, including cost-sharing requirements.
• Reviews grant expenditures
• Develops and communicates reports supporting project status.
• Creates effective forecasting and decision aids.
• Manages contract closeout process and audits inquiries.
• Serves as a Research Administration subject matter expert.
• Interprets complex University and government policies.
• Identifies and implements process improvements.
• May negotiate and communicate with federal and state sponsors, industry sponsors, other institutions, and/or University schools or divisions in regard to application issues.

Benefits

• health benefits for staff members & their families with access to the renowned university medical network
• eligibility for retirement plans
• tuition benefits for staff members & their families
• free professional development online courses
• Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services
• discounts to football, basketball & other campus events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level