Research Coordinator (Hybrid)

SRA International; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SRA International is seeking a Research Coordinator in Knoxville, TN. This role will focus on enhancing faculty members’ success regarding external funding through comprehensive technical assistance and strategic proposal coordination. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of sponsored research experience and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The role offers a hybrid work option and a competitive salary range of $85,000-$90,000.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience related to sponsored research.
• Experience interpreting federal regulations regarding sponsored research.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead within a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies to enhance faculty success in external funding.
• Provide technical assistance for proposal support.
• Liaison with internal and external entities for collaborative research.

Skills

Critical analyses abilities

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office applications

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

The Research Coordinator will have an active role in implementing efforts to enhance the success of faculty members relative to external funding. Primary duties include:

• Providing technical assistance to faculty members relative to all aspects of proposal support, including analysis of the RFP/solicitation, proposal planning and budget development, facilitating internal/external collaborative arrangements, and assisting with final submission to sponsor
• Serving as liaison with internal and external constituencies to facilitate collaborative research activities through exchanging information and clarifying procedures and requirements during the proposal stage
• Coordinating the strategic development of large proposals
• Participating in ongoing examinations of college research metrics and benchmarking data to facilitate strategic planning and decision‑making by college leadership

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience related to sponsored research or closely related experience to the position’s duties
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience interpreting and applying federal regulations relative to sponsored research
• Years of experience should be directly related to sponsored research, preferably within a university environment or in a corporate or non‑profit setting with extensive experience with state and federal funding agencies
• Experience with grant and contract policies of state, federal, private, and non‑profit funding agencies
• Demonstrated ability to work and/or lead within a team
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively and tactfully with personnel at all levels
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; proficiency in MS Excel
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Superior critical analyses abilities; keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Working knowledge of myriad funding agency‑specific guidelines relative to sponsored research

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in a related field

Experience

• Four (4) years of sponsored research experience
• Experience within a university environment, nonprofit, national laboratory, or in a corporate setting with extensive experience with state and federal funding agencies
• Working knowledge of Uniform Guidance
• Sponsored research experience in an academic environment
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credential

Work Location

• Location: Knoxville, TN
• Hybrid work option available

Compensation and Benefits

• UT market range: MR13
• Anticipated hiring range: $85,000- $90,000
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