Research Administrator 1

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking a Research Administrator 1 to support faculty, graduate students and lab research by assisting with proposals, managing lab funds and payroll audits.

The position is full-time at Main Campus, UCR, with a salary range of $58,798–$85,984 annually, and an hourly pay scale of $28.16–$41.18, with expected pay between $28.16–$30.83 per hour. Applicants must have work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with proposal submissions, manage lab funds and conduct payroll audits.

Job description

Priority Application Deadline: 02/10/2026

Overview

• Job ID 36972035
• Category Science and Research
• Organization College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences
• Department BMPN Administration Dept
• Location Main Campus - UCR
• Salary $58,798 - $85,984
• Date Posted January 27, 2026
• Application Deadline February 10, 2026
• Schedule 8AM - 5PM
• Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
• Level of Supervision Close Supervision
• Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
• Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
• UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

Crucial position for supporting various roles, including faculty, graduate students and lab research by assisting faculty with proposal submissions, which are essential for securing funding for the college, managing lab funds, and conducting payroll and position audits to guarantee accurate and timely payroll payments.The full salary range for the Research Administrator 1 is $28.16 - $41.18 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $28.16 - $30.83 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.