Research Administrator II

Research Administrator

The Department of Bioengineering seeks an experienced Research Administrator to provide comprehensive post-award support for a large and complex portfolio of grants, contracts, and special projects. This position will work directly with faculty to manage award compliance, budgets, reconciliations, projections, and financial reporting, drawing on advanced financial expertise to ensure accuracy, accountability, and strong stewardship of research funds. The Research Administrator will serve as a key advisor and liaison among faculty, central administration, and external sponsors on complex, multi-investigator, or center-level awards. In this critical role, the administrator will help strengthen Bioengineering's research infrastructure while collaborating closely with the Executive Department Business Administrator and Finance and Business Manager to advance the department's strategic and operational goals.

Workplace Requirements : The position entails work on Rice University's campus, with the potential for some remote work / flexible work arrangements. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range : $64,000 - $69,900

Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree. In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
• Two or more (+) years of experience in research administration, financial reporting, or financial analysis, including at least 1 year focused specifically on post-award administration.

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