Senior Research Administrator – Bursky Public Health

WashU IT

. Manage pre-award activities and perform post-award activities for large and complex studies .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $75,200 - $128,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grants administration, financial management, and research oversight, with a strong focus on compliance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, implement policies, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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Grants Administration ExperienceFinancial ReportingWorkday SoftwareSupervisory Management ExperienceAnalytical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Accounting ExperienceBudgetingPersonnel ManagementResearch AdministrationRegulatory InterpretationProblem SolvingTask OrganizationDecision MakingProposal SubmissionPayroll Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationLeadershipTraining

Tools & Technologies

Adobe AcrobatMicrosoft OfficeKnowledge Management SystemsSpreadsheetsWord Processing

Industry Keywords

Public HealthResearch ComplianceClinical TrialsOperational ManagementFaculty Research Portfolios

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage pre-award activities and perform post-award activities for large and complex studies
Provide research administration oversight, including personnel, payroll, budgeting, and operations management
Oversee post-award research administration for the School of Public Health
Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions and procedures for senior leadership approval and implementation
Monitor, analyze, manage, and prepare financial reports for faculty research portfolios
Monitor grant and department research accounts in Workday
Supervise and train others in grant and contract proposal submissions
Oversee submission and post-award activities for research or clinical trial studies
Coordinate research faculty and staff sourcing and payroll costing allocation with Principal Investigators
Supervise purchasing and ensure maximum utilization of funds
Communicate and administer policies and procedures to faculty and staff
Monitor compliance with internal and external research policies and procedures
Maintain personnel records and oversee employee scheduling, evaluations, and personnel issues
Review and screen applications, conduct interviews, and hire or recommend hiring personnel
Review non-academic appointments to maintain appropriate descriptions, titles, and salaries
Develop and implement decisions, policies, procedures, best practices, and innovations
Implement procedures for efficient workflow and train staff
Maintain professional public relations and handle complaints
Serve as liaison between the Department, School, University, outside agencies, and collaborative institutions on research matters
Complete special projects as directed by senior leadership
Organize and attend meetings and conferences and participate in Departmental and University committees
Maintain confidential files
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
7 years of accounting experience
3 years of grants administration experience
Master’s degree in public health, social sciences, finance, or business development preferred
Experience/knowledge with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Workday Software, spreadsheets, word processing, and knowledge management systems
Supervisory management experience
Regulatory interpretation
Ability to perform analytical thinking, decision making, independent judgment, methodical problem solving, task organization, and self-organization
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
No specific certification/professional license required
Driver’s license not required
External candidates receiving an offer must complete pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check and applicable additional checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, with university contributions starting at 7%
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources for childcare needs
Adult care resources
Tuition covered for the employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years
Reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, when requested