Research Administrator III

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

This position will be responsible for research administration, data tracking, events, outreach, and promotion related to Newcomb Institute’s research mission. The Research Administrator will report to the Director of Research and provide support with IRB applications, grant proposals, and study coordination. They will work with the NI event coordinator to organize research-focused meetings, convenings, and events, such as Fridays at Newcomb, and collaborate with NI communications staff on research communications, such as the ReproNews monthly newsletter and the release of NI research reports. They will maintain a database of NI and NI-funded research outputs, as well as a database of external research partners. They will also work with the Newcomb Archives and Vorhoff Collection faculty to support efforts to promote engagement with archival collections. The person in this role may also conduct research projects, such as developing a landscape analysis of sexual and reproductive health and rights resources across Louisiana. This is a one-year, grant funded position with possibility for renewal.

Responsibilities

• Training on gender equity and/or feminist theory and research.
• Experience working independently and completing detailed tasks by assigned deadlines.
• Experience with data analysis and academic report generation.
• Ability to train and supervise students.
• Experience building relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, sensitivity, and discretion.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn new software applications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• 3-5 years of research administration experience

Preferred Qualification:

• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience of successful program or research administration.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to both work independently and collaboratively and share responsibility as part of teams.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships and networks with scholars, university partners, and community organizations.
• Knowledge of the reproductive justice framework and gender equity scholarship
• Experience with and commitment to working with diverse communities.

About Us

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