Position Opening - Research Administrator Matthew E. Clark 21 Sep 2000 17:18 UTC
Hello Colleagues:

Here's an opportunity to join a dedicated team of professionals at an
institution whose mission is to become "the nation's leading
student-centered research university."

You'll find this opportunity in one of the northeast's most livable
cities, based on the quality of available medical care, educational
excellence, cost of living, and proximity to major metropolitan areas
(like Toronto and New York City) as well as mountains, lakes,
countryside, and wilderness.  You'll find it in Syracuse, New York!

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SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
Research Administrator II

Syracuse University seeks nominations and applications for the position
of Research Administrator.  The Research Administrator must be able to
apply a variety of policies and regulations to unique situations,
articulate approaches to complex situations and provide guidance to
those preparing proposals or administering awards.  The position entails
negotiation of federal and nonfederal research contracts and agreements.
The Research Administrator provides support and assistance to Principal
Investigators and their staff in all aspects of proposal preparation and
submission; award acceptance; interpretation of sponsor guidelines and
University policies; assistance in the development of budgets;
responding to sponsor inquiries; and assistance with problem resolution.
This position reports directly to the Director of Sponsored Programs.

A bachelor’s degree and training in an administrative area (e.g.,
business administration, law or life science field) and 2-4 years of
administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and
experience (in a research environment) is required. Salary is
commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled.  Letters of application and support should be
addressed to: Chair, Search Committee for Research Administrator,
010192, Office of Human Resources, Skytop Office Bldg., Syracuse, NY
13244-5300.

Syracuse University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.