The McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science is seeking a Research Administrator to provide pre- and post-award support to the department of Materials Science & Engineering.

 

Job Summary:

The Research Administrator will provide 'lifecycle' pre- and post-award research administration in the Materials Science and Engineering department including identifying funding sources, preparing proposal materials, managing sponsored account activity, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory and institutional policies, and assisting with award closeout responsibilities.  The Research Administrator will also maintain a departmental database of proposals and awards and participate in school-level sponsored research initiatives and projects as assigned.

 

Minimum to Midpoint Salary:  $50,720  $63,400

 

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;

2+ years’ experience in proposal preparation, award management, and budgeting/planning in an academic research setting;

Interest in the business of higher education and research;

Basic understanding of major federal sponsors' rules and regulations;

Experience with electronic submission of proposals, internet searches, and database applications.

 

For more information or to apply, please see job posting # 20825 at http://www.northwestern.edu/hr/careers/.

 

Susan E. Morris

Senior Research Administrator, Biomedical Engineering
2145 Sheridan Rd, Tech M328
847/491.7341 ~ xxxxxx@northwestern.edu
http://ra.mccormick.northwestern.edu