Research Administration Specialist I

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Research Administration Specialist managing relationships and proposal submissions for Cincinnati Children's. Supporting budget development and compliance processes within sponsored programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Actively manage strong working relationships with divisions, faculty, and other key stakeholders.
  • Respond to requests quickly and effectively.
  • Supports faculty in the development of sponsored program proposals and related documents.
  • Interprets sponsor guidelines, compiles required documents and attachments, and prepares sponsored program budgets under supervision.
  • Ensures accurate documentation and timely submission to Sponsored Research Services, following established procedures.
  • Develop sponsored program budgets by gathering and organizing expenditure data such as salaries, fringe benefits, and supplies.
  • Supports senior staff in calculating basic budget components and ensures alignment with sponsor guidelines under supervision.
  • Collaborates with faculty to confirm feasibility and completeness of budget details.
  • Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and institutional policies.
  • Supports senior staff in verifying proposal accuracy and completeness, and ensures required documentation is compiled for submission.
  • Follows established business processes and guidelines to help facilitate timely and accurate submission to Sponsored Research Services.
  • Effectively manage a portfolio of divisions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field
  • 0-2 years in research administration or a related job discipline
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and adaptability.
  • Effective written and communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of sponsor portals (e.g. Grants.gov, eRACommons).

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off