RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR

Job no: 250623-AS
Work type: Onsite, Staff-Full Time
Department: SMPH/NEUROLOGY/NEUROLOGY
Location: Madison
Categories: Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contract Administration (Multi-functional)



Job Summary:

Under the direction of Department leadership, the incumbent will assist faculty and staff with a wide range of pre and post award activities, for federally and non-federally funded programs, including sub-awards, subcontracts and clinical studies, as assigned. Responsibilities are driven as priorities arise.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

About the Job:

Research Administrator (SC029)

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Required
Associate's Degree
Accounting or closely related field such as business or finance

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Accounting or closely related field such as business or finance preferred

Qualifications:

Required Experience:
- Prior experience working in a research admin related position, exposure to finance, accounting or general administration.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred Experience:
- Previous experience in academic medical setting.
- Knowledge of pre and post award, grant management or finance.
- Familiar with WISER, WISPER, Cayuse, ECRT, ADW.
- Knowledge of and the ability to interpret state statutes, federal regulations, administrative rules, and university, college, and department policies.
- Knowledge of EndNote; manuscript preparation, formatting, submission, and compliance; literature searches.
- Experience with data use, material transfer and other types of legal contracts.

Desired Attributes:
- Independent problem solving and analytical skills, effective organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex rules and regulations.
- Professional and excellent interpersonal skills.

COVID-19 Considerations:

UW-Madison continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols to protect our campus from COVID-19. All employees remain subject to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-5086 . Please visit https://covidresponse.wisc.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Additional Information:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Department(s):

A535100-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEUROLOGY/NEUROLOGY

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the "" button. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional/supervisor references as a part of the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.

Contact:

Caitlin Staley
caitlin.staley@wisc.edu
608-265-1325
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

Research Administrator(SC029)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

250623-AS

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Applications Open: Jan 14 2022 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: Jan 28 2022 11:55 PM Central Standard Time