Senior Research Administrator - Post-Award & Compliance

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,639 - 142,078; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading research institution in California is seeking a Research Administrator 3 to manage diverse funding sources and support faculty and staff in research projects. The candidate will oversee compliance and expenditures while providing mentorship to junior team members. Strong knowledge of governmental regulations, project management skills, and attention to detail are essential for success. This hybrid position offers flexibility in work arrangements, with expectations to collaborate both remotely and in-office.

Qualifications

• Five years of job-related experience in research administration.
• Ability to interpret complex university policies.
• Proficient in project management and federal funding.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex financial portfolios for research projects.
• Review and approve expenditures related to grants.
• Mentor junior staff and lead process improvements.

Skills

Expert knowledge of governmental regulations (e.g. FAR, A-21, A-110)

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel

Expert in project management

Extreme attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

A leading research institution in California is seeking a Research Administrator 3 to manage diverse funding sources and support faculty and staff in research projects. The candidate will oversee compliance and expenditures while providing mentorship to junior team members. Strong knowledge of governmental regulations, project management skills, and attention to detail are essential for success. This hybrid position offers flexibility in work arrangements, with expectations to collaborate both remotely and in-office.