Research Specialist

University of Maryland College Park

College Park, MD, USA
Base: $83,271 - $99,925; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Grant lifecycle management experience
Federal compliance knowledge usda nifa
Strong organizational and time management skills
The position serves as the primary liaison between the Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station, faculty, and USDA-NIFA to ensure federal compliance

Job Summary

  • The position serves as the primary liaison between the Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station, faculty, and USDA-NIFA to ensure federal compliance.
  • Responsibilities include comprehensive administration of capacity grants, multistate research coordination, and organizing research-related workshops and meetings.
  • The role supports faculty throughout the full grant lifecycle while managing intramural grant administration and reporting activities.

Matching Summary

The position serves as the primary liaison between the Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station, faculty, and USDA-NIFA to ensure federal compliance.

Salary

Base: $83,271 - $99,925; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Exempt benefits available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Grant lifecycle management experience
  • Federal compliance knowledge USDA NIFA
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience planning meetings and events
  • Ability to engage with external stakeholders
  • Background in higher education research administration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
  • Three years of experience in related field
  • Not eligible for US work authorization sponsorship

Work Rights

Must have existing US work authorization

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