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Research Administration Assistant


Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 23 August 2026 (17 days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:

Research Administration Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma and four years of experience or equivalent college coursework in place of experience.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive support for proposal development review and submission.
  • Assist with post-award activities including budget monitoring reporting and payroll distribution.
  • Track effort commitments monitor project expenses and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.
  • Serve as a liaison between faculty staff central administration and funding sponsors.
  • Maintain current knowledge of research compliance policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to process improvements and assist with special projects as assigned.
Expected Salary:

Starting at $22.24 per hour; commensurate with qualifications and experience

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma and four years of experience or equivalent college coursework in place of experience.

Preferred:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across faculty staff and funding agencies.
  • Basic knowledge of sponsor regulations state policies and university procedures.
  • Ability to analyze problems recommend solutions and work independently with sound judgment.
  • Experience with PeopleSoft or Workday Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with federal guidelines including the OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
  • Commitment to professionalism integrity and service excellence.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered for this position you must upload a cover letter and resume with application.

This is a time-limited position

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veterans preference. If you are claiming Veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information.

Health Assessment Required:No


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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