Sponsored Research Reporting & Systems Administrator

The University of North Carolina

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 78,000

Full time

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Job summary

The University of North Carolina invites applications for a Sponsored Research Reporting & Systems Administrator to support the Division of Research (Adm). This full-time role focuses on reporting for sponsored programs, data integrity, and system life-cycle management within Banner and related platforms.

Responsibilities include developing and maintaining reports, testing system changes, and collaborating with campus stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely sponsored research data for internal

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of progressively responsible experience in research administration, business systems analysis, information technology, financial systems, or a related field.
Knowledge of research administration, SQL, eRA systems, and Banner.
Experience in data analysis, report development, databases, and software applications.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels.
Strong problem-solving, project management, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Reporting related to sponsored research for the institution and collaboration with IT financial systems team on lifecycle sponsored programs management.
Evaluate, test, and provide functional support of systems used by the Division of Research to ensure data integrity.
Develop and maintain lifecycle sponsored program reports including proposal and award tracking and reporting.
Work with campus stakeholders to identify and resolve data reporting issues and improve processes.
Coordinate testing and validation of system changes prior to production deployment.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis

Report development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Banner

eRA systems

NinerResearch

Data reporting tools

Job description

Sponsored Research Reporting & Systems Administrator

Working Title Sponsored Research Reporting & Systems Administrator

Position Designation

Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year 12

Work Schedule

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week 40

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Division

Division Research

Department

Department Div of Research (Adm)

Work Location

Salary Range

Salary Range $70,496 - 78,074

Primary Purpose of Department

The Office of Research Development and Engagement ( RDE ) provides: 1) research development opportunities to researchers, collaborators, and multidisciplinary research teams across the university, and 2) engages with the research community through communication and reporting that supports exceptional decision-making and amplifies research to increase visibility of research in all its forms. With a focus on fostering and building a robust research ecosystem across campus, RDE plays a key role in furthering the University Research Strategic Plan. RDE works closely with the colleges/departments, the library and Advancing Faculty Success, along with all other DR units, to grow the research enterprise in meaningful and strategic ways. Activities within RDE include: the post-doctoral support program, faculty research development and training (for researchers and research administration professionals), communications, events, internal awards and limited submissions management, the Complex, Large, or Interdisciplinary Program ( CLIPP ), and research reporting. With an explicit goal of increasing external funding, RDE offers project-opportunity-sponsor alignment, ongoing proposal development support, plus training and professional development programs designed to support increased research productivity among faculty and postdoctoral fellows.

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting directly to the Data Reporting & Business Systems Lead Analyst within the Research Development & Engagement Office, the Sponsored Research Reporting & Systems Administrator will be responsible for reporting related to sponsored research for the institution. In addition, this position will collaborate with the university’s IT financial systems team on internal systems related to lifecycle sponsored programs management to ensure accurate data reporting. The position will also be responsible for the evaluation, testing, and functional support of systems used by the Division of Research to ensure data integrity.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

Sponsored Research Data Analysis & Reporting (50%)

Assist with ongoing data analysis and reporting activities for internal and external constituents.
Generate all lifecycle sponsored program reports including proposal and award tracking and reporting, UNC System office reporting, financial reporting, and requested ad hoc reporting.
Analyze sponsored research data to identify inconsistencies, trends, reporting issues, and opportunities for process or system improvements.
Work with internal offices and stakeholders on high-level sponsored program activities involving technology transfer, compliance, legal, academic affairs, and other areas that rely on research administration data.
Support the development, maintenance, and validation of reports used to monitor sponsored research activities and inform institutional decision-making.
Collaborate with the Data Reporting and Business Systems team to ensure that research administration data is accurate, reliable, and appropriately represented in reports and other analytical products.

Business Analysis & Sponsored Research Systems & Financial Applications (25%)

Partner with OneIT, campus stakeholders, and Division of Research subject matter experts to analyze business needs and resolve issues involving systems that support the post-award lifecycle of sponsored programs.
Work with the OneIT Financial Systems Support Team to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to sponsored research awards in Banner in order to maintain accurate data for reporting.
Serve as the primary lead for account code and program code issues associated with sponsored awards in Banner and NinerResearch. Develop processes to correct related errors.
Work with OneIT and other campus stakeholders to identify and resolve data reporting and system issues in Banner, including errors in Data Integrity reports, PIFA reports, and sponsored award grant numbers.
Work with Division of Research subject matter experts to assess how system implementations and integrations may impact proposals, awards, and financial compliance data.
Evaluate emerging technologies and system capabilities to identify opportunities to improve reporting needs and streamline data entry processes to support future organizational needs.

Testing, Quality Assurance & Technical Support (25%)

Develop and execute testing plans and strategies for eRA modules and related systems to ensure sponsored research data accuracy and integrity.
Coordinate with the Data Reporting & Business Systems Lead Analyst, IT teams, and Division of Research subject matter experts to test system changes, enhancements, implementations, and integrations prior to production deployment.
Evaluate system changes for potential impacts to research administration processes, financial transactions, reporting, and compliance.
Provide technical and functional support to users and subject matter experts and coordinate issue resolution across functional and technical teams as it relates to sponsored research data.

Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of progressively responsible experience in research administration, business systems analysis, information technology, financial systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

3+ years of experience within higher education of government accounting
Knowledge of research administration, SQL , eRA systems, and Banner.
Experience in data analysis, report development, databases, and software applications.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels
Strong problem-solving, project management, and time management skills.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

N/A

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

N/A

Special Notes to Applicants

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/07/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Proposed Hire Date

Proposed Hire Date 11/16/2026

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date