Research Administrator or Senior Research Administrator (5122)

Idaho State University

1d•$50,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Idaho State University is seeking a Research Administrator or Senior Research Administrator to provide front-line support for the Office of Sponsored Programs. This role will assist ISU faculty and staff in seeking external funding opportunities, developing proposals for external funding, finding funding sources, creating budgets, and submitting proposals. The position may also involve assisting with contract review and processing. This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time, but candidates with valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Requirements

Research Administrator: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution OR equivalent work experience in a related field. (In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a minimum of six years combined education, training, and experience may be considered).
Research Administrator: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Research Administrator: Demonstrated experience with standard office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases, PDF software, web editing software).
Research Administrator: Previous experience working in time-sensitive, deadline-driven environments.
Senior Research Administrator: Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Senior Research Administrator: Minimum of 2.5 years of direct, progressively responsible experience in research administration (both pre- and/or post-award) in an academic, research, or comparable setting.
Senior Research Administrator: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Senior Research Administrator: Experience in a higher education or service provider setting.
Senior Research Administrator: Experience in research or contract administration.

Nice To Haves

Graduate Degree in a related field.
Highly organized with a proven ability to manage complex, high-volume workloads independently and consistently meet tight deadlines.
Experience in interpreting complex sponsor guidelines and federal regulations, advising PIs and staff accordingly.
Certified Research Administrator and/or other applicable certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist ISU faculty and staff in the development, review, and submission of proposals for external funding.
Budget review and/or creation.
Search for and disseminate information about funding opportunities.
Provide training and education to faculty and staff about the Office of Sponsored Programs & grantsmanship.
Ongoing direct communication with all levels of faculty and staff.