Strategic Research Initiatives Analyst

Stony Brook; Stony Brook, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook is seeking a Research Initiatives Associate to support strategic research initiatives and capacity building across disciplines. The role emphasizes collaboration with proposal development and external relations to enhance funding opportunities and institutional impact.

The candidate will translate insights into actionable briefings and reports, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and ensure accurate, timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Biomedical Sciences, Engineering, Natural or Physical Sciences, or a related field, plus four years of full-time research experience and/or grant/proposal experience OR Master’s degree plus two years of full-time experience.
• Highly proficient, professional experience in spreadsheet management, data collection, and data presentation using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Support OSRI/OR&I strategic research initiatives to increase institutional competitiveness.
• Conduct strategic intelligence activities: data mining, trend analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare briefings, landscape reports, white papers, and RFIs for campus stakeholders.
• Collaborate with proposal development, research development, and external relations teams.

Skills

Spreadsheet management

Data collection

Data presentation

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook is seeking a Research Initiatives Associate to support strategic research initiatives and capacity building across disciplines. The role emphasizes collaboration with proposal development and external relations to enhance funding opportunities and institutional impact.

The candidate will translate insights into actionable briefings and reports, coordinate cross‑functional activities, and ensure accurate, timely