Associate Director of Research Administration

Howard University
Washington, DC
Category Research
Job Description
The Associate Director of Research Administration will oversee the College Research Administrators (CRAs) and departmental research administrators, ensuring effective pre- and post-award support for faculty. This role will provide strategic oversight, training, guidance, recruitment, and onboarding support for CRAs while ensuring consistency in research administration processes across colleges.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, research administration, public administration, finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of research administration experience, with pre- and post-award management expertise.
  • Familiarity with federal funding agency policies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DoE, DOD grants & contracts).
  • Experience in supervising and training research administrators.
  • Strong knowledge of Workday Grants(or similar ERP), federal grant compliance, and university-sponsored programs administration.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Competitive salary
  • 403(b) with company match
  • Ongoing training
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career advancement paths
  • Wellness programs
  • Commuter benefits
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