Research Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 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

• Preparation of routine proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.
• Develop, prepare and finalize project budgets.
• Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments.
• Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly.
• Review and understand the terms and conditions of sponsored projects administered, including cost-sharing awards, if applicable.
• Monitors post award spending and commitment activity.
• Reviews and certifies monthly expenditure statements and facilitates quarterly review.
• Monitors reports supporting project status and uses forecasting and decision aides under guidance.
• Participate in contract closeout process and audit inquiries.
• Coordinates and organizes events related to sponsored projects, such as conferences, meetings, site visits, or sponsor reviews, as needed.
• Participates in and contributes to process improvements and group projects, as required.

Benefits

• excellent benefits and perks