Research Admin & Outreach Specialist (Grant & IRB)

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

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans seeks a Research Administrator to support Newcomb Institute’s research mission. You will assist with IRB applications, grant proposals, and study coordination, reporting to the Director of Research.

You will collaborate on research communications, maintain research output databases, and support engagement with archives. The role may involve landscape analyses and partnership development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
• 3–5 years of research administration experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support IRB applications, grant proposals, and study coordination.
• Coordinate events and outreach with Newcomb Institute.
• Maintain databases of NI research outputs and external partners.
• Collaborate with communications on research news and reports.
• Supervise and train students when needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Grant management

Communication

Training

Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Master’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tulane University in New Orleans seeks a Research Administrator to support Newcomb Institute’s research mission. You will assist with IRB applications, grant proposals, and study coordination, reporting to the Director of Research.

You will collaborate on research communications, maintain research output databases, and support engagement with archives. The role may involve landscape analyses and partnership development.