SVM Research Administrator

This position will work directly with School of Veterinary Medicine Principle Investigator(s) and/or Research Program Director(s) to carry out research administration functions related to sponsored grants, agreements, or award management (proposal preparation through closeout). This position will assist all departments and programs in the SVM with creation of agreements, proposals and internal routing (RAMP) records to campus for approval and submission. This position will work under the Research Administration group and be part of a team that values respect, exceptional communication, and customer service to both SVM and campus colleagues as well as external partners.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• May supervise the day-to-day activities of research administration staff
• May have authority to submit proposals, agreements, or invoices to a sponsor on behalf of the principal investigator or project director
• Reviews and approves programmatic transactions spanning the life-cycle of sponsored projects to ensure compliance with institutional and/or sponsor policies and procedures
• Provides training to faculty, staff, and/or administrators within the unit regarding policy, procedure, and/or execution of sponsored project administration
• Assist Research Administration Director with research training program management/administration as directed
• Executes activities related to financial compliance, audit, or reporting on behalf of a unit
• Executes activities related to proposal submission, contract negotiation, and/or award setup on behalf of a unit
• Executes research administration operational policies and procedures including financial, administrative, staffing, and compliance on behalf of a unit
• Serves as a key resource to leadership and staff in the unit as well as a liaison to partners and stakeholders

Department: School of Veterinary Medicine, Administration, Grants Administration

Compensation: Minimum salary is $71,994. Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications: At least 3 years of research administration or related duties preparing proposals, managing awards and compliance and/or post-award activities.

Preferred Qualifications: 5-7 years research administration, including drafting and negotiating agreements, proposal review and/or post-award activities.

Education: Preferred: Bachelor's degree. Candidates with relevant experience with research administration are encouraged to apply, including any with advanced degree experience MS, PhD, JD or other equivalent training.

How to Apply: Please upload one document file that includes a cover letter detailing relevant qualifications and experience, current resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted unless applicant is a finalist. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Nancy Parkinson, nancy.parkinson@wisc.edu. For questions regarding the position, please contact Jenny Dahlberg, jenny.dahlberg@wisc.edu. The deadline to apply for this position is September 13, 2025.

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