How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.  Your submissions will be used to assess writing skills during the initial screening process.

Summary

The Division of Electrical and Computer Engineering is seeking a highly responsible, self-motivated, detail-oriented individual to fill the position of Lead Research Administrator. The successful candidate will manage pre and post award activities.

Mission Statement

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation’s number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Responsibilities*

Reporting to the Research Manager the candidate will manage the following:

• FINANCIALS: Financial reconciliation and financial monitoring
• RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION: Pre and post award administration. Prepare and submit proposals meeting sponsor compliance and anticipating departmental needs working within prescribed parameters.
• PURCHASING: Monitor and reconcile orders in the department purchasing system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience 7 or more years of progressively responsible experience in related position
• Familiarity with policies and procedures related to sponsored projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of compliance issues
• Demonstrated initiative identifying and following through on important tasks Experience with a recharge unit
• Experience with financial management and account reconciliation

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated ability to produce, explain, and use reports and spreadsheets
• Ability to multitask and refocus after interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes, adapt to new conditions and manage change.
• Prior experience working with, and understanding policies and procedures of, the following federal agencies NSF, NIH, DOD, and DOE, as well as experience with corporate and industrial sponsors
• RAIN certification or equivalent
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) is a plus but not required.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled as a Research Administrator Senior depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.