Research Development Manager

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance options

Scholarship programs

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Research Development Manager to provide research administration and development support for the Rural Drug Addiction Research Center. You will assist investigators with administrative processes, communications, and research-promotion activities, while coordinating multiple projects with accuracy.

The role requires strong organization, written and verbal communication, and collaboration across units, with salary supported by sponsored grants and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to research, public health, social or behavioral sciences, health sciences, or a related discipline.
• 1 year Post-baccalaureate experience in a research, academic, or administrative support environment.
• Foundational knowledge of academic or research program environments.
• Basic understanding of research documentation and administrative processes.
• Awareness of effective professional communication practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide research administration and research development support for the Rural Drug Addiction Research Center.
• Assist investigators and research teams with administrative processes and project communications.
• Support research promotion activities and documentation.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, clear written and verbal communication, and collaboration across teams.
• Manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines with accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Administrative support

Research administration basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in a field related to research, public health, social or behavioral sciences, health sciences, or related discipline

Job description

Working Title

Research Development Manager

Department

Rural Drug Addiction Research Center-10950

Description Of Work

The Research Development Manager provides research administration and research development support for the Rural Drug Addiction Research ( RDAR ) Center. This position supports investigators and research teams through assistance with administrative processes, research development, project communications, and other research-promotion activities.
The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, clear written and verbal communication, collaborative team engagement, and the ability to concurrently manage multiple responsibilities. The Research Development Manager is expected to be a self-starter who demonstrates initiative, applies problem-solving skills to routine challenges, and effectively switch focus to meet competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Salary support for this position is derived from sponsored grants and contracts.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace; it's a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Robust retirement plans with university match

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to research, public health, social or behavioral sciences, health sciences, or a related discipline and 1 year Post-baccalaureate experience in a research, academic, or administrative support environment.
• Foundational knowledge of academic or research program environments.
• Basic understanding of research documentation and administrative processes.
• Knowledge of general administrative practices and common productivity tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Awareness of effective professional communication practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience providing administrative or program support to research teams or academic units.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and colleagues across units.

Posted Salary

$50,000/yr minimum