Research Core Operations & Finance Coordinator

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oregon's Research Core Business Services seeks a strategic, detail-driven RBC to coordinate purchasing, contracts, and financial operations across seven to nine research units. The role supports accounts payable/receivable, grants management, and reporting, while guiding unit purchasers and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced research environment.

The RBC reports to the Business Manager and works onsite at the Eugene campus, with limited remote work possible after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in business, finance, purchasing or HR administration.
• Or four years of progressively responsible experience in business, finance, purchasing or HR administration.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills with diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and detail-oriented capabilities.
• Proficiency with HR and financial software including MS Office, Google Suite and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and contract administration for supplies, reagents, and instrumentation.
• Provide guidance to unit purchasers and develop purchasing best practices.
• Manage billing, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable, and monthly reconciliations.
• Support grants and contracts management and prepare financial reports.
• Assist with HR and payroll functions and daily RCBS operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Adobe

BANNER

Concur

QuickBooks

Cognos

Job description

University of Oregon's Research Core Business Services seeks a strategic, detail-driven RBC to coordinate purchasing, contracts, and financial operations across seven to nine research units. The role supports accounts payable/receivable, grants management, and reporting, while guiding unit purchasers and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced research environment.

The RBC reports to the Business Manager and works onsite at the Eugene campus, with limited remote work possible after training.