Stanford University · 16 hours ago
Research Administrator 2 (Remote Eligible)
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$72K/yr - $96K/yr
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Participate with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Oversee 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 and cost-sharing requirements are fulfilled, initiate cost transfers.
Review and approve expenditures, advise on post award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue.
Develop and communicate reports supporting project status; create effective forecasting and decision aides.
Participate in contract closeout process; submit final reports and certificates. Compile information and documents needed for audit inquiries.
Understand, apply, and advise on university and government policies for projects. Serve as a resource on subject area and overall technical resource to principal investigator and other university staff.
Participate in and contribute to process improvements. Lead other staff in group projects.
May participate as a mentor and provide cross-training as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Basic knowledge of governmental regulations.
Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures.
Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.
Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools.
Strong accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles.
Ability to complete Cardinal Curriculum I and II within first year in role.
Knowledge of procurement needs, including sole-sourcing, cost analyses, vendor requirements, and small business reporting.
Knowledge of property management requirements related to Stanford or non-Stanford title of equipment and fabrications.
Competency in project management.
Extreme attention to detail.
Ability to work well independently, but also to seek or offer assistance when needed.
Ability to review a proposal or manage a project with understanding of the overall scope and goal of each sponsored project.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Cardinal Curriculum I and II must be completed to remain in this position.
Preferred
Certified Accountant or Auditor or similar credential desired.
Benefits
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Superb retirement plans
Generous time-off
Family care resources
Excellent health care benefits
Free commuter programs
Ridesharing incentives
Discounts
Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
10,001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$20.93MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthGRAMMY MuseumGlaucoma Research Foundation
2023-08-17Grant· undefined
2023-06-26Grant· undefined
2022-06-28Grant· $0.01M
Leadership Team
Nadia Roumani
Co-founder and Senior Designer, Designing for Social Systems (DSS) Program, d.school
Howard Wolf
Vice President for Alumni Affairs
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