Research Administrator II/III

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

3d • $58,100 - $75,000

About The Position

Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive support for proposal development, review, and submission. Manage 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.

Professional Development & Career Pathways The University of Florida is committed to supporting the growth and success of our research administrators. This position offers: 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.

Requirements

• Level II: Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III: Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in grant and contract administration; 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.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting research proposals.
• In-depth knowledge of sponsor regulations, state policies, and university procedures.
• Proven ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and work independently with sound judgment.
• Proficiency 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.
• Manage 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

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