Inside Higher Ed · 14 hours ago
RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION TRAINING MANAGER, Research Operations, Analytics & Systems
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking a Research Administration Training Manager to join their team at Boston University Medical Campus. The role involves designing, developing, and managing training programs for research administration, ensuring compliance with regulations and institutional policies, and supporting faculty and administrators in their roles.
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Responsibilities
Develop and deliver specialized training on the full lifecycle of sponsored research (pre-award, post-award, compliance, closeout) and translate complex federal regulations and University policies into accessible training content for central and departmental staff and faculty
Assist with the design, development, and delivery of comprehensive training programs using evidence-based instructional design principles (e.g., ADDIE, backwards design, adult learning theory) for research administration staff at all levels
Assist in planning training curriculum using instructional design workflows (e.g., outlining, action mapping, storyboarding, prototyping, user testing)
Create engaging multimedia learning materials including e-learning modules, job aids, videos, and interactive workshops
Conduct needs assessments, gap and root cause analyses, and provide recommendations for correction
Design and implement program evaluation frameworks, generate surveys, analyze training data, and assist with the creation of dashboards to measure program impact and demonstrate ROI
Collaborate with stakeholders across the University to ensure training alignment with institutional goals
Lead large-scale training initiatives, manage cross-functional project teams and working groups, and develop strategic training roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities and regulatory changes
Manage Sponsored Research web pages, the SP blog, and communications; collaborate with stakeholders across the University to ensure training alignment with institutional goals
Provides additional support for ad-hoc projects
Qualification
Required
5+ years with a bachelor's degree. Equivalent experience can substitute for a degree
5-7 years of progressively responsible experience required, or 3+ years with a master's degree, including: Substantial experience (3-5 years) in research administration (pre-award and/or post-award)
Experience managing large-scale projects and working with cross-functional teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, Canva, and Figma)
Experience with survey and assessment tools (Qualtrics, Zoom, polling software) and Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Advanced knowledge of federal research compliance regulations and sponsored programs policies
Strong project management and analytical skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams, evaluate programs, and solve complex problems creatively
Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for varied audiences and passion for developing engaging learning experiences
Preferred
Demonstrated expertise in instructional design and curriculum development
Proven track record leading training programs of significant scope and complexity
RACC certification (CRA, CPRA, or CFRA) preferred
Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Rise/Storyline preferred) and AI applications in research administration (ChatGPT, Copilot, NotebookLM)
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Tuition remission
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
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Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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