Research Specialist

University of Maryland, College Park

College Park, MD, US
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 and competitive research grants across multiple disciplines within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
  • The role supports faculty throughout the full grant lifecycle while coordinating multistate research activities and organizing research-related meetings.

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 package included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Grant lifecycle management experience
  • Federal compliance knowledge USDA NIFA
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Project management in higher education setting
  • Stakeholder engagement with faculty and agencies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience planning meetings and workshops
  • Background in sustainable food production research
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
  • Three years of experience in related field
  • US work authorization required (no sponsorship provided)

Work Rights

Must have valid US work authorization

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