Senior Research Administration Lead

Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta seeks a Research Administrative Manager II to oversee large and complex research programs, including financial accounting, reporting, proposal coordination, and event planning.

The role supervises staff, sets goals, provides feedback, and partners with department leadership and faculty to advance the university's research goals while ensuring compliance and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field.
• Seven to nine years of job-related experience.
• Supervisory and organizational capabilities.
• Experience with budgets and financial reporting.
• Experience coordinating proposals and event planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives in research administration.
• Direct assignments for administrative staff; train on policies.
• Oversee budgets and prepare budget reports.
• Organize pre- and post-award proposal processes.
• Direct event logistics for large scale symposia and meetings.
• Lead cross-functional groups to resolve issues.
• Advise leadership on program data for sponsor reporting.
• Serve as unit expert owner of department research administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organization skills

Budgeting

Event planning

Records management

Office administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management

Tools

P-Card handling

Job description

Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta seeks a Research Administrative Manager II to oversee large and complex research programs, including financial accounting, reporting, proposal coordination, and event planning.

The role supervises staff, sets goals, provides feedback, and partners with department leadership and faculty to advance the university's research goals while ensuring compliance and efficient operations.