Assist with adhering to the specific reporting guidelines and requirements set by external sponsors, which include expectations for report format and content.

Create internal financial reports and conduct meetings with faculty members to review their research portfolios effectively.

Periodically review the effectiveness of the financial reporting process and meeting structure, adjusting as necessary to improve efficiency and communication.

Serve as the liaison between PIs and various administrative units across UB.

Team Collaboration:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and serve as a resource for other research administration staff.
• Experience fostering a supportive environment, advocating for faculty members, and helping overcome challenges in achieving funding goals.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Relationship Building: Skill in building positive relationships with PIs, faculty members, and administrative colleagues.
• Advocacy: The capacity to advocate for the needs of PIs, foster a conducive atmosphere for realizing funding objectives, and maintain adherence to the intricate regulatory landscape of managing sponsored programs.

Outstanding Benefits PackageWorking at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong financial analysis and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with diverse constituents and articulate needs in a respectful and professional manner.
• Knowledge and understanding of Excel and other database/electronic reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in research administration or post-award financial management, preferably in a higher education or research setting.

Physical Demands


Salary Range
$80,000 - $87,500

Special Instructions Summary


Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns: she/her
Contact's Title: HR Specialist
Contact's Email: sabrown7@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-4492

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/06/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:

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Assist with adhering to the specific reporting guidelines and requirements set by external sponsors, which include expectations for report format and content.

Create internal financial reports and conduct meetings with faculty members to review their research portfolios effectively.

Periodically review the effectiveness of the financial reporting process and meeting structure, adjusting as necessary to improve efficiency and communication.

Serve as the liaison between PIs and various administrative units across UB.

Team Collaboration:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and serve as a resource for other research administration staff.
• Experience fostering a supportive environment, advocating for faculty members, and helping overcome challenges in achieving funding goals.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Relationship Building: Skill in building positive relationships with PIs, faculty members, and administrative colleagues.
• Advocacy: The capacity to advocate for the needs of PIs, foster a conducive atmosphere for realizing funding objectives, and maintain adherence to the intricate regulatory landscape of managing sponsored programs.

Outstanding Benefits PackageWorking at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field and 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong financial analysis and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with diverse constituents and articulate needs in a respectful and professional manner.
• Knowledge and understanding of Excel and other database/electronic reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in research administration or post-award financial management, preferably in a higher education or research setting.

Physical Demands


Salary Range
$80,000 - $87,500

Special Instructions Summary


Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns: she/her
Contact's Title: HR Specialist
Contact's Email: sabrown7@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-4492

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/06/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:

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