Grant-Funded Research Operations Lead

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University seeks a Research Administrator for Newcomb Institute to manage research administration, data tracking, events, outreach, and promotion of the institute’s mission. The role supports IRB applications, grant proposals, study coordination, and collaboration with communications staff on newsletters and reports.

The position coordinates event logistics with the NI event coordinator, maintains research output databases, and supports archival engagement with the Newcomb Archives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3–5 years of research administration experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Training on gender equity and/or feminist theory and research.
• Experience working independently and completing detailed tasks by assigned deadlines.
• Experience with data analysis and academic report generation.
• Ability to train and supervise students.
• Experience building relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, sensitivity, and discretion.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn new software applications.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Training on gender equity

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tulane University seeks a Research Administrator for Newcomb Institute to manage research administration, data tracking, events, outreach, and promotion of the institute’s mission. The role supports IRB applications, grant proposals, study coordination, and collaboration with communications staff on newsletters and reports.

The position coordinates event logistics with the NI event coordinator, maintains research output databases, and supports archival engagement with the Newcomb Archives.