Research Administrator 3 - 141807

University of California San Diego; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego in BIOENGINEERING invites applications for the Research Administrator 3 position. This is a career appointment for an experienced professional who can apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the field.

The incumbent independently develops and/or oversees research proposals, awards, and contract/grant transactions and maintains records in compliance with sponsor policies.

Qualifications

• This is a professional position at the experienced level in the Research Administrator Series.
• Independently applies theory to practice with broad knowledge and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Independently develops and/or oversees research proposals, awards and transactions related to contract and grant management.
• Maintains contract and grant records in compliance with sponsor policies and regulations.

Job description

• Payroll Title: RSCH ADM 3 RP
• Department: BIOENGINEERING
• Hiring Pay Scale: $75,000 - $95,000 / Year
• Worksite: Hybrid
• Appointment Type: Career
• Appointment Percent: 100%
• Union: RP Contract
• Total Openings: 1
• Work Schedule: 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday

#141807 Research Administrator 3

Filing Deadline: Fri 10/30/2026

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/20/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

This is a professional position at the experienced level of the Research Administrator Series. The incumbent is an experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently develop and / or oversee research proposals, awards and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Works on proposals and awards of diverse scope where analysis of data requires thorough understanding of complex regulations. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized