Remote-Ready Research Grants Administrator (Pre/Post Award)

MSU Careers Recent Jobs; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University College of Nursing is seeking a Research Administrator to provide independent, complex professional support to faculty and PhD students in pre-award and post-award administration, project closeout, and research compliance.

The role includes budget and grant development assistance, coordination with multiple MSU offices, and management of subcontract communications and reporting. A weekly onsite presence is required with remote work options.

Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to a four-year college degree in business administration, finance, or a research-related field.
• Up to six months of related and progressively more responsible work experience in research administration, including pre- or post-award processes.
• Completion of Essentials of Research Administration (MSU certificate) or equivalent within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic budget development assistance, coordinating with subcontract agencies and vendors.
• Assist with grant development, clarify application requirements, and prepare templates for narrative writing.
• Coordinate with faculty, other MSU departments/colleges, and the Office of Sponsored Programs for budget prep and cost distribution.

Job description

Michigan State University College of Nursing is seeking a Research Administrator to provide independent, complex professional support to faculty and PhD students in pre-award and post-award administration, project closeout, and research compliance.

The role includes budget and grant development assistance, coordination with multiple MSU offices, and management of subcontract communications and reporting. A weekly onsite presence is required with remote work options.