Senior Research Administrator, NASA Grant Management

Senior Research Administrator (NASA Grant Management)

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Senior Research Administrator (NASA Grant Management). This is a soft-funded, renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Director, System Sponsored Programs & EPSCoR. The position is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. A hybrid office / remote schedule is possible after training.

The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions : two universities, a state college, four community colleges and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience growth with significant challenges and opportunities in serving over 100,000 students and 15,000 employees.

This position supports the Nevada NASA EPSCoR and Space Grant programs and the System Sponsored Programs Office. The major purpose of the position is to provide pre award / post award research administration and programmatic oversight for the Nevada NASA programs that are awarded to NSHE from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The incumbent is responsible for coordination and preparation of proposal budgets; allocation of program funding; preparation of subawards to NSHE institutions; assistance with the reporting and evaluation requirements of the grant; and the performance of other administrative duties as needed. The incumbent also supervises, plans, coordinates and evaluates the work of the NASA Program Coordinator. The position provides support for the NASA EPSCoR & Space Grant Project Director, who has overall oversight for management of the NASA EPSCoR and Space Grant programs.

Starting salary : Grade C (starting salary range approximately $78,000 to $84,000; depending on experience). A benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement.

Approximate starting date : December 1, 2025.

Minimum qualifications : The successful candidate must have an earned Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of 3 years progressive experience directly applicable to the position is required. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in non-profit / higher education grants management. Preference given to Certified Research Administrators (CRA). Experience with Workday preferred. US Citizenship required.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities : Successful candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities. It is recommended that applicants for this position address each of the following items in the letter of application :

• Fundamentals of preaward / postaward grant administration
• OMB Uniform Guidance and NSHE rules and regulations
• Higher education or non-profit experience
• Organization and management of multiple projects

Responsibilities : The duties of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following areas of responsibility within the System Sponsored Programs and EPSCoR Office :

To apply : The application process will be handled through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. References will only be contacted for those who advance to the final phase of the search and with prior consent of the applicant. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Stephanie Flatt, Human Resources, and are to be submitted via on-line application.

Application deadline : Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted by October 12, 2025.