Research administrator

A research administrator manages the business and compliance side of academic research, freeing scientists to focus on the science. They help prepare and submit grant proposals, manage research budgets and spending, ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements, handle reporting, and navigate the complex administration of funded research projects.

The role blends finance, compliance, and project administration with knowledge of the research and funding landscape. Research administrators work at universities, research institutes, and hospitals.

The job suits organized, detail-oriented people who understand research environments and enjoy the administrative and financial work that supports it, ensuring projects are funded, compliant, and well-managed behind the scenes.