Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The University of Kentucky’s Office of Sponsored Projects Administration is seeking a dedicated and skilled Research Administrator Senior. This vital role supports and enables groundbreaking research across the University by reviewing and negotiating research-related agreements.
Responsibilities
- Independently reviewing and negotiating research-related agreements, including federal and industry contracts and clinical trial agreements
- Working with sponsors to negotiate agreements in accordance with applicable regulations, legal requirements and University policy
- Maintaining advanced knowledge of research administration
- Understanding, interpreting, and researching complex and varied regulations
- Thinking critically and working collegially to successfully resolve questions and issues for faculty, staff, and colleagues
- Communicating timely and professionally to a range of individuals
- Multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively
- Demonstrating a strong attention to detail
- Willingness to be a lifelong learner
Skills
- MA
- 4 yrs
- JD and previous contract negotiation in a university sponsored projects office preferred
- Certified Research Administrator preferred
Benefits
- 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions
- Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Tuition benefits for classes at UK
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