Research Administrator II​/III

Job No: 538910

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Grant or Research Administration

Department:  - EG-CONTRACTS - GRANTS ACCTING

Classification

Title:

Research Administrator II/III

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

• Level II:
  Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III:
  Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Provide comprehensive support for proposal development, review, and submission.
• Manage 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.

• Access to professional development workshops, trainings, and certifications (such as CRA certification).
• Opportunities to engage with university-wide committees and working groups.
• Clear pathways for advancement into research administration, leadership, or specialized compliance roles.
• A collaborative environment where initiative and innovation are recognized and rewarded.
• Tuition support through UF's Employee Education Program (EEP), which provides eligible employees the opportunity to take college courses at no cost, supporting both career advancement and lifelong learning.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Level II: $58,100-$65,800

Level III: $63,400-$75,000

• Level II:
  Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III:
  Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across faculty, staff, and funding agencies.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting research proposals.
• In-depth knowledge of sponsor regulations, state policies, and university procedures.
• Proven ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and work independently with sound judgment.
• Proficiency with People Soft 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.

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

This is a time-limited position.

This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.

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

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11 March 2026

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