Research Operations Coordinator | Hybrid Schedule

North Carolina State University; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Accident Plan

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Childcare benefits

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Research Operations Coordinator to serve as the central administrative and financial authority for a major research group. The role supports faculty, postdocs, graduate researchers, and visiting scholars across budgeting, procurement, and sponsor reporting.

Hybrid work options exist; responsibilities include coordinating pre- and post-award activities, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines, and facilitating efficient laboratory operations and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with relevant experience in research administration or program management.
• Demonstrated understanding of pre- and post-award processes, sponsor guidelines, and proposal submission portals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate embedded administrative, financial, and operational tasks for a major research group.
• Manage budgets, sub-awards, and sponsor reporting.
• Support proposal development and submission timelines with central units.
• Draft and maintain lab-use agreements and invoicing for internal/external users.
• Liaise with internal offices, sponsors, and external partners to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Pre- and post-award processes

Budget tracking

Sponsor guidelines

Written & interpersonal communication

Proposal coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Public Administration / Higher Education or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft Financials

Marketplace

P-Card reconciliation systems

Smartsheet / Excel

Job description

NC State University is seeking a Research Operations Coordinator to serve as the central administrative and financial authority for a major research group. The role supports faculty, postdocs, graduate researchers, and visiting scholars across budgeting, procurement, and sponsor reporting.

Hybrid work options exist; responsibilities include coordinating pre- and post-award activities, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines, and facilitating efficient laboratory operations and external