Senior Research Administration Lead (Remote)

Washington University; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a full-time Research Administration Manager to lead pre- and post-award activities for a large, complex division.

You will supervise payroll, purchasing, salary planning, and staff development while ensuring compliance with university policies and external regulations. The role involves coordinating grant and contract submissions, reporting budgets, and serving as a liaison across departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Accounting experience: 7 years.
• Grants administration experience: 3 years.
• No driver's license required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the department’s research administration and budgeting.
• Supervise payroll, purchasing, and salary planning processes.
• Coordinate submission of grant and contract proposals.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external policies.
• Liaise with faculty, staff, and external partners on research activities.

Skills

Accounting

Grants Administration

Analytical Thinking

Computer Literacy

Interpersonal Communication

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Spreadsheets

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a full-time Research Administration Manager to lead pre- and post-award activities for a large, complex division.

You will supervise payroll, purchasing, salary planning, and staff development while ensuring compliance with university policies and external regulations. The role involves coordinating grant and contract submissions, reporting budgets, and serving as a liaison across departments and external partners.