Post-Award Research Administrator (Hybrid)

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of Michigan School of Nursing, Office of Financial Transactions & Procurement seeks an experienced post award research administrator with 5–7 years of post-award experience. The role focuses on financial oversight, reporting, and compliance across sponsored projects.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with responsibilities ranging from budget tracking to NIH documentation, requiring strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field.
• Five+ years of grant/sponsored project accounting experience.
• Experience with University reporting systems and strong written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-award financial and reporting activities for a portfolio of sponsored projects.
• Review award terms and conditions upon receipt of an award.
• Monitor budgets and reconcile project grants and internal funding.
• Prepare effort change forms and NIH cap adjustment sheets.
• Re-budget as needed by sponsors and researchers.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field

Master's degree in finance/accounting or related degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Michigan School of Nursing, Office of Financial Transactions & Procurement seeks an experienced post award research administrator with 5–7 years of post-award experience. The role focuses on financial oversight, reporting, and compliance across sponsored projects.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with responsibilities ranging from budget tracking to NIH documentation, requiring strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.