Research Administrator 2 (Remote Eligible)

Research Administrator 2

On behalf of eight academic departments within the School of Engineering at Stanford, the Engineering Research Administration (ERA) is seeking a Research Administrator (RA) who will provide a full range of administrative, financial and other tasks associated with pre- and post-award sponsored research activities and services. The RA will manage the proposal preparation and post-award activities on routine sponsored projects such as federal grants, foundation grants, and industrial contracts. This position is eligible for remote work.

In This Role, You Will :

• Participate with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored research guidelines. Oversee and communicate submission process, both paper and electronic, review documents for completeness and compliance.
• Develop, prepare, and finalize project budgets, and provide budget justification.
• Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries.
• Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly and cost-sharing requirements are fulfilled, initiate cost transfers.
• Review and approve expenditures, advise on post award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue.
• Develop and communicate reports supporting project status; create effective forecasting and decision aides.
• Participate in award closeout process; submit final reports and certificates. Compile information and documents needed for audit inquiries.
• Understand, apply, and advise on university and government policies for projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and overall technical resource to principal investigator and other university staff.
• Participate in and contribute to process improvements. Lead other staff in group projects.
• May participate as a mentor and provide cross-training as needed.

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Pay Range :

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate. The expected pay range for this position is $77,315 to $102,338 per annum for remote positions. The expected pay range for this position is $100,653 to $116,979 per annum in Stanford work locations. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Why Stanford is for You :

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with :

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