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Stanford University · 23 hours ago

Associate Research Administrator (Remote Eligible)

Stanford, CA

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

$30.77/hr - $38.85/hr

1+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of routine proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Coordinate and communicate submission process, both paper and electronic, review documents for completeness and compliance.

Develop, prepare, and finalize project budgets, and provide budget justification

Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries.

Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly, including cost-sharing awards if applicable.

Review and understand the terms and conditions of sponsored projects administered, including linked/footnoted terms and conditions not provided in hard copy or electronic copy.

Initiate expenditures; monitor post award spending and commitment activity. Review and certify monthly expenditure statements and facilitate quarterly review by principal investigators.

Download and monitor reports supporting project status and use forecasting and decision aides under guidance.

Participate in contract closeout process and audit inquiries; submit final reports and certificates.

Coordinate and organize events, such as conferences, meetings, site visits, or sponsor reviews, related to sponsored projects as needed.

Participate in and contribute to process improvements and group projects.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualification

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Proposal preparationBudget managementCardinal Curriculum IIICompliance understandingExcel proficiencyAccounting principles

Required

Bachelor's degree and one year of job-related experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Ability to learn and stay updated about university and government policies (FAR, Cost Accounting Standards, Office of Management and Budget circulars, sponsored guidelines, etc.) to properly administer sponsored projects.

Demonstrated understanding of terminology, such as compliance, title, sub-contractor, consultant, audit, and accounting review.

Willingness and ability to understand and interpret university policies and procedures.

Excellent oral, written, and verbal communication skills.

Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated expertise in Excel and web-based tools.

Strong accounting skills; knowledge of basic accounting principles.

Ability to complete Cardinal Curriculum I and II while in position.

Extreme attention to detail.

Ability to work well independently, but also to seek assistance when needed.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.