Senior Research Administration Lead (NIH U54)

MSU - Michigan State University; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a skilled Research Administrator to support the Administrative Core of an NIH U54 consortium grant. You will assist in proposal development, schedule meetings, coordinate with subcontract sites, and help prepare NIH progress reports across multiple cores.

This role requires 5–8 years in research administration, understanding of pre/post award processes, and familiarity with MSU’s regulatory framework.

Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to a four-year college degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Five to eight years of related and progressively responsible work experience in research administration including pre or post award processes.
• Essentials of Research Administration at MSU Certificate series or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent complex professional support to the Administrative Core of NIH U54 consortium grant.
• Assist in proposal development, scheduling meetings, and coordinating with subcontract sites and NIH networks.
• Spearhead project monitoring and prepare annual NIH progress reports with data from multiple groups.
• Coordinate regulatory submission components and training for research personnel.
• Manage facilities, supplies, and research records; produce reports for internal monitoring.
• Monitor financials, budgets, and award status; collaborate with MSU OSP and fiscal admins.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Regulatory/compliance

Communication

Meeting scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance or related field

Job description

Michigan State University is seeking a skilled Research Administrator to support the Administrative Core of an NIH U54 consortium grant. You will assist in proposal development, schedule meetings, coordinate with subcontract sites, and help prepare NIH progress reports across multiple cores.

This role requires 5–8 years in research administration, understanding of pre/post award processes, and familiarity with MSU’s regulatory framework.