Research Administrator 2 (Remote Eligible)

Stanford University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Department of Ophthalmology seeks a motivated Research Administrator 2 to support PIs in developing and submitting external research proposals. The RA 2 will coordinate pre-award activities, ensuring proposals are complete and compliant with sponsor requirements.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple proposals, collaborate with cross-campus teams, and maintain meticulous attention to detail while communicating effectively with faculty and research staff in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Complex proposal preparation experience in an academic environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects and timelines in a dynamic research setting.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of sponsored project guidelines and the research regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage pre-award activities for external research proposals.
• Ensure proposals are complete, accurate, and submitted in accordance with sponsor requirements.
• Independently manage multiple proposals including grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
• Collaborate with PIs, subaward sites, and cross-school teams to align timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Proposal development

Multi-project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a highly motivated Research Administrator 2 (RA 2) to support faculty Principal Investigators (PIs) in the development and submission of external research proposals. This position will contribute to the department’s research mission by coordinating and managing pre-award activities, ensuring proposals are complete, accurate, and submitted in accordance with sponsor and Stanford requirements.

The RA 2 will independently manage a variety of research proposals, including grants, contracts, program projects, and cooperative agreements, and will coordinate proposal components involving multiple PIs, subaward sites, and cross-school collaborations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines with limited supervision. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for working effectively with faculty, research teams, central research administration offices, and external collaborators. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys supporting research, navigating complex processes, and working collaboratively in a dynamic academic and medical environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Complex proposal preparation experience in an academic environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects and timelines in a dynamic research setting.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of sponsored project guidelines and the research regulatory environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation and perform desk-based computer tasks, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to ten pounds.
• Occasionally stand, walk, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, write by hand and sort and file paperwork or parts.
• Rarely lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing 11-20 pounds.
• * - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.