Research Administrator II

The Department of Bioengineering at Rice University seeks an experienced Research Administrator to provide comprehensive post-award support for a large and complex portfolio of grants, contracts, and special projects. The successful candidate will work directly with faculty to manage award compliance, budgets, reconciliations, projections, and financial reporting, and will serve as a key advisor and liaison among faculty, central administration, and external sponsors on complex, multi-investigator, or center-level awards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two or more (2+) years of experience in research administration, financial reporting, or financial analysis
• Advanced knowledge of post-award research administration, including budget management, financial reporting, reconciliations, forecasting, compliance monitoring, and close-outs
• Strong working knowledge of federal regulations and sponsor requirements
• Proficiency with Oracle-based ERP systems (or similar business platforms), Excel, and financial reporting tools
• Ability to interpret and present complex financial data clearly to faculty, administrators, and external sponsors
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Advanced professional communication skills, with the ability to advise faculty, collaborate across departments, and liaise with external funders
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to financial and administrative challenges

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• Free Parking
• Other benefits