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Purdue University is hiring an Associate Research Account Specialist who will manage faculty research accounts within the College of Pharmacy and coordinate communications among investigator teams. This role involves preparing budgets, coordinating reports, maintaining compliance with university and sponsor policies, liaising with stakeholders, and supporting principal investigators with financial matters.

Highlights

Manage research accounts and promote communication among investigator teams in the College of Pharmacy
Prepare budget projections and coordinate reporting processes
Maintain fiscal and administrative compliance with University and sponsor policies
Liaise with project participants, sponsors, subcontractors, and university offices
Assist principal investigators with financial inquiries
Provide coverage during staff absences and train other staff on research duties
Participate in research meetings and university-wide project teams
Preferred BA/BS in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field
Experience in account or financial management required
Skills needed include policy analysis, communication, project management, relationship building, and strong quantitative abilities

Research Account Specialist, Pharmacy Full Description

The Associate Research Account Specialist will manage a portfolio of faculty research accounts within the College of Pharmacy under the guidance of leadership. This role promotes effective communication among investigator teams and provides support in resolving research-related issues. Responsibilities include preparing budget projections, coordinating reporting processes, and maintaining fiscal and administrative compliance with both University and sponsor policies.

The specialist will serve as a liaison with project participants, sponsors, subcontractors, and internal University offices. They will also assist in addressing key financial questions on behalf of principal investigators. This role may provide coverage during extended staff absences or vacancies and contribute to the training of other staff on research-related duties. Additionally, the specialist may represent the College of Pharmacy in research-related meetings and actively engage in university-wide project teams.

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

At Purdue, we believe that the success of every employee – every member of our Boilermaker community – is built on six pillars: Integrity, Respect, Honor, Inclusion, Innovation and Growth.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

BA/BS preferred in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
Account management, financial management or related experience

Skills needed:

Ability to analyze, interpret and implement University policies and procedures
Strong written/verbal communication skills
Excellent planning, problem-solving, organizational, project-management and customer service skills
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
Must possess a learning orientation toward changing technology impacting business processes
Strong quantitative skills with ability to synthesize complex information and produce quality management reports
Ability to work a flexible schedule that allows for demands of reporting, implementation of new projects, etc.

What's Helpful:

Six credit hours of accounting coursework desired

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Purdue University is an EOE employer

Original Job Description

Hybrid work will be considered for this position based on the candidate’s location and interest.

At Purdue, we believe that the success of every employee – every member of our Boilermaker community – is built on six pillars: Integrity, Respect, Honor, Inclusion, Innovation and Growth.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:

BA/BS preferred in Business Administration, Management, Finance or related field of study
Account management, financial management or related experience

Skills needed:

Ability to analyze, interpret and implement University policies and procedures
Strong written/verbal communication skills
Excellent planning, problem-solving, organizational, project-management and customer service skills
Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels
Must possess a learning orientation toward changing technology impacting business processes
Strong quantitative skills with ability to synthesize complex information and produce quality management reports
Ability to work a flexible schedule that allows for demands of reporting, implementation of new projects, etc.

What's Helpful:

Six credit hours of accounting coursework desired

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Purdue University is an EOE employer

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