Remote Research Grants Administrator

Nacubo; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Department of Biomedical Engineering seeks a Research Administrator to guide faculty in preparing and submitting funding agreements and proposals, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor requirements.

The role coordinates with OSP and BME, develops budgets, and tracks post-submission activities to support timely award management. Strong regulatory knowledge and data handling are essential; some campus visits are expected.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor’s with extensive experience in managing research agreements and proposals.
• Experience interpreting federal/non-federal regulations, cost principles, and audits in a university setting.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft 365 and large financial databases; ability to compile and analyze large data sets.
• Experience developing complex budgets and using internal/external submission portals.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Advise faculty on preparation and submission of funding agreements and proposals.
• Coordinate with OSP and BME to resolve grant-related issues and ensure timely submissions.
• Prepare budgets compliant with guidelines and sponsor requirements.
• Navigate Summit, Cayuse, and other submission portals within deadlines.
• Develop reports on proposal status and award management.

Skills

Budgeting

Data analysis

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Public or Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Finance, or related field with significant experience

Tools

Banner

Summit

Post Award Management System

PAN System

MicroStrategy

ES Legacy Web Reports

Cayuse

Hokiemart

Job description

Virginia Tech's Department of Biomedical Engineering seeks a Research Administrator to guide faculty in preparing and submitting funding agreements and proposals, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor requirements.

The role coordinates with OSP and BME, develops budgets, and tracks post-submission activities to support timely award management. Strong regulatory knowledge and data handling are essential; some campus visits are expected.