Research Administrator I

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

7d

About The Position

This position provides comprehensive support for proposal development, review, and submission, as well as post-award activities including budget monitoring, reporting, and payroll distribution. The role involves tracking effort commitments, monitoring project expenses, and ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines. The Research Administrator I will serve as a liaison between faculty, staff, central administration, and funding sponsors, and must maintain current knowledge of research compliance, policies, and procedures. Additionally, the role contributes to process improvements and assists with special projects as assigned. The University of Florida is committed to supporting the growth and success of its research administrators, offering access to professional development workshops, trainings, and certifications, opportunities to engage with university-wide committees, clear pathways for advancement, and tuition support through the Employee Education Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across faculty, staff, and funding agencies.
• Basic knowledge of sponsor regulations, state policies, and university procedures.
• Ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and work independently with sound judgment.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or Workday, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with federal guidelines, including the OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support for proposal development, review, and submission.
• Assist with post-award activities including budget monitoring, reporting, and payroll distribution.
• Track effort commitments, monitor project expenses, and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.
• Serve as a liaison between faculty, staff, central administration, and funding sponsors.
• Maintain current knowledge of research compliance, policies, and procedures.
• Contribute to process improvements and assist with special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to professional development workshops, trainings, and certifications (such as CRA certification).
• Opportunities to engage with university-wide committees and working groups.
• Clear pathways for advancement into research administration, leadership, or specialized compliance roles.
• A collaborative environment where initiative and innovation are recognized and rewarded.
• Tuition support through UF’s Employee Education Program (EEP), which provides eligible employees the opportunity to take college courses at no cost, supporting both career advancement and lifelong learning.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level