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Purdue University is hiring a Research Account Administrator. The role involves managing faculty research portfolios and supporting faculty researchers by overseeing proposal submission, award processes, and post-award administration. The administrator coordinates communication among research teams and interfaces with various stakeholders to handle financial and project reporting tasks.

Highlights

Manage designated faculty research portfolios and support faculty within the Office of Research.
Facilitate research project processes from proposal submission to post-award activities.
Act as a communications specialist among investigators, sponsors, subcontractors, and internal offices.
Prepare and review grant projections and address issues with Principal Investigators.
Required education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field.
Minimum two years of account management, financial management, or related experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, databases, and internet use.
Helpful skills include portfolio management experience and knowledge of SAP and Success Factors.
Anticipated salary: $64,940 annually, commensurate with experience and education.
Position is exempt from overtime and includes defined contributions retirement eligibility.

Research Account Specialist, Birck Nanotechnology Center Full Description

Job Summary

The Research Account Administrator will manage a designated group of faculty research portfolios and is responsible for providing support to faculty researchers within the Office of Research.

Responsibilities Include:

Assist with expediting projects through the steps required to bring a proposal from submission through post award.
Work closely with faculty to shepherd the administration of research through the appropriate processes by maintaining continuous flow through proposal submission, award, and post award activities.
Act as a designated specialist for research portfolios to promote communication among the investigator team, take responsibility for project reporting and coordination, prepare and review grant projections, and work with the Principal Investigator (PI) to address any issues.
Interface with participants, sponsors, subcontractors, and other Purdue offices including business office and sponsored program units regarding budget revisions and other financial issues.

Who We Are:

Birck Nanotechnology Center at Purdue is where ideas at the atomic scale become real-world technologies. As a premier, open-access facility, Birck brings together researchers from across engineering, science, and industry to design, build, and test next-generation semiconductors and nanoscale devices. With one of the nation’s largest academic cleanrooms and state-of-the-art labs, the center powers breakthrough discoveries, workforce training, and partnerships that help shape the future of microelectronics, quantum technologies, and beyond.

What We're Looking For:

Required:
Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field of study.
Two years of account management, financial management, or related experience.

Skills Needed:

Ability to identify problems, analyze information, and implement solutions.
Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, maintaining quality standards, and handling confidential information with discretion.
Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels.
Must be extremely flexible and adaptable to constantly varying work environments and with limited daily supervision.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement policies and procedures.
Proficient with personal computer and related software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, database, internet, etc.).
Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Analytical ability to work under pressure and time constraints to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize work, be organized, and be able to multi-task.

What is Helpful:

Two years of experience in portfolio management.
Ability to functionally supervise others.
Knowledge of and skills in using SAP and Success Factors.

Additional Information:

This is a hybrid position with a combination of remote and on-campus work.
Purdue will not sponsor an employment related visa for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.

Career Stream

Professional 2

Pay Band S065
Job Code #20002092

The anticipated annual rate for this position is $64,940, commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

Original Job Description

Job Summary

The Research Account Administrator will manage a designated group of faculty research portfolios and is responsible for providing support to faculty researchers within the Office of Research.

Responsibilities Include:

Assist with expediting projects through the steps required to bring a proposal from submission through post award.
Work closely with faculty to shepherd the administration of research through the appropriate processes by maintaining continuous flow through proposal submission, award, and post award activities.
Act as a designated specialist for research portfolios to promote communication among the investigator team, take responsibility for project reporting and coordination, prepare and review grant projections, and work with the Principal Investigator (PI) to address any issues.
Interface with participants, sponsors, subcontractors, and other Purdue offices including business office and sponsored program units regarding budget revisions and other financial issues.

Who We Are:

What We're Looking For:

Required:
Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field of study.
Two years of account management, financial management, or related experience.

Skills Needed:

Ability to identify problems, analyze information, and implement solutions.
Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, maintaining quality standards, and handling confidential information with discretion.
Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels.
Must be extremely flexible and adaptable to constantly varying work environments and with limited daily supervision.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement policies and procedures.
Proficient with personal computer and related software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, database, internet, etc.).
Must possess a learning orientation to changing technology.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Analytical ability to work under pressure and time constraints to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize work, be organized, and be able to multi-task.

What is Helpful:

Two years of experience in portfolio management.
Ability to functionally supervise others.
Knowledge of and skills in using SAP and Success Factors.

Additional Information:

This is a hybrid position with a combination of remote and on-campus work.
Purdue will not sponsor an employment related visa for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.

Career Stream

Professional 2

Pay Band S065
Job Code #20002092

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Research Account Specialist, Birck Nanotechnology Center

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