Senior Research Administrator
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Senior Research Administrator
Brown University
SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Director, Grants and Contracts, the Senior Research Administrator ensures completion and performs a variety of functions related to the administrative aspects of research grants and contracts. Works with a variety of clients, across all Brown University Health affiliates.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
- Required: Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years progressively more responsible experience in the field of research administration (grants and contracts, regulations, requirements), demonstrating knowledge of, and ability to interpret related requirements and regulations and to communicate effectively.
- Experience with proposal preparation with federal and non-federal grants and contracts is highly desired
- Experience using the InfoEd/Huron grants and agreements management (or similar) system is highly desired
- And/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Competencies
- Must have excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Power Point.
- Comfortable in public speaking and training environments.
- Excellent financial analytical ability
- Willingness and interest in assuming increasing levels of responsibilities, networking, leadership, and training opportunities
- Highly proficient in Excel applications (data manipulations); MS Excel and Google Docs preferred
- Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) to elicit and disperse information; to present information (including data) and communications in a clear and concise manner
- Strong organizational, administrative, time management and critical thinking skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment
- Flexible, service-oriented and resourceful
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a multi-tasking environment while maintaining careful attention to detail
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION CHECK REQUIRED
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-04-30
Job Posting Title: Senior Research Administrator
Department: BioMed Research Administration
Grade: Grade 10
Worker Type: Employee
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
Position Work Location: Remote
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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