Research Administrator

Research Administrator

Dean, School of Education

Summary of Job Details

The Gevirtz Graduate School of Education (GGSE) Research Administrator is responsible for managing successful contract and grant proposal submission and administration as part of a team. Primarily responsible for proposal preparation and submission, including preparation of detailed budgets and all necessary University and agency forms, working closely with Principal Investigators to ensure submission deadlines are met. Maintains knowledge of contract and grant policies of the University and funding agencies. Demonstrates flexibility in learning, interpreting, adapting and implementing new policies and procedures. Maintains effective communication and individual working relationships with Principal Investigators, administrative staff, Office of Research, Business & Financial Services, granting agencies, other institutions, and other campus departments.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

1-3 years of administrative office work experience.

1-3 years of financial budgeting and projection work experience.

Excellent organizational skills with ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

Ability to work under pressure of strict deadlines while using independent judgment.

Demonstrated professionalism.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Special Conditions of Employment

Satisfactory conviction history background check

UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.

Days/Hours: M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm

UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

Application review begins 11/14/24

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #74068