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Department Research Administrator
University of Wisconsin-MadisonDepartment Research Administrator in the College of Engineering supporting proposal and award management. Collaborating with Principal Investigators and ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements.
Posted 7/29/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in grant management and research administration, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while effectively liaising with leadership, staff, and stakeholders. Proficient in proposal submission and contract negotiation within a university or research organization context.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Grant ManagementResearch AdministrationProposal SubmissionContract NegotiationRegulatory Compliance
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Hard Skills
Grant ManagementResearch AdministrationProposal SubmissionContract NegotiationRegulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Liaison SkillsLeadership Support
Tools & Technologies
Cloud-Based Grant AdministrationFinancial Computer SystemsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelGoogle Suite
Certifications & Qualifications
Associate's DegreeBachelor's Degree
Industry Keywords
UniversityResearch OrganizationAward ManagementStrategic PlanningOperations Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloud
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide proposal and award management support to designated engineering units
- Execute activities related to proposal submission, contract negotiation, and/or award setup on behalf of a unit
- Develop and oversee implementation of operations and strategic planning to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements within a school/college/division/unit
- Serve as a key resource to leadership and staff in the unit as well as a liaison to partners and stakeholders
Requirements
What you’ll need- Professional experience in grant management/research administration at a university or research organization
- Experience in cloud-based grant administration or financial computer systems
- Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel, or Google Suite
- Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements