University of Southern California
Assistant Research Administrator
University of Southern California, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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San Diego, CAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 23 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date: October 27, 2025 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id:
REQ20158768**Location:
San Diego, CA**The USC Keck School of Medicine - Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI), located in San Diego, California is an academic institute comprised of an expert panel of scientific collaborators committed to advancing the development of new treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) through innovative clinical trials.ATRI is looking for an Assistant Research Administrator to support the Finance Department.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:* Preparation of routine proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.* Develop, prepare and finalize project budgets.* Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments.* Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly.* Review and understand the terms and conditions of sponsored projects administered, including cost-sharing awards, if applicable.* Monitors post award spending and commitment activity.
Reviews and certifies monthly expenditure statements and facilitates quarterly review.* Monitors reports supporting project status and uses forecasting and decision aides under guidance.* Participate in contract closeout process and audit inquiries.* Coordinates and organizes events related to sponsored projects, such as conferences, meetings, site visits, or sponsor reviews, as needed.* Participates in and contributes to process improvements and group projects, as required.Salary is dependent on education and experience.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the
for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.The hourly rate range for this position is $35.34 - $45.15. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience:
1 Year
Minimum Field of Expertise:
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with broad knowledge of relevant research computer software, e.g.: Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Outlook, SPSS, Visio, and SunGard. Experience in creating and analyzing statistical reports. Must be able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records and generate reports. Proven oral and written communication skills to interact with other employees.
**USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the****for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.****We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.**
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San Diego, CAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 23 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date: October 27, 2025 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id:
REQ20158768**Location:
San Diego, CA**The USC Keck School of Medicine - Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI), located in San Diego, California is an academic institute comprised of an expert panel of scientific collaborators committed to advancing the development of new treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) through innovative clinical trials.ATRI is looking for an Assistant Research Administrator to support the Finance Department.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:* Preparation of routine proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.* Develop, prepare and finalize project budgets.* Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments.* Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly.* Review and understand the terms and conditions of sponsored projects administered, including cost-sharing awards, if applicable.* Monitors post award spending and commitment activity.
Reviews and certifies monthly expenditure statements and facilitates quarterly review.* Monitors reports supporting project status and uses forecasting and decision aides under guidance.* Participate in contract closeout process and audit inquiries.* Coordinates and organizes events related to sponsored projects, such as conferences, meetings, site visits, or sponsor reviews, as needed.* Participates in and contributes to process improvements and group projects, as required.Salary is dependent on education and experience.USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the
for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.The hourly rate range for this position is $35.34 - $45.15. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience:
1 Year
Minimum Field of Expertise:
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with broad knowledge of relevant research computer software, e.g.: Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Outlook, SPSS, Visio, and SunGard. Experience in creating and analyzing statistical reports. Must be able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records and generate reports. Proven oral and written communication skills to interact with other employees.
**USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the****for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.****We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.**
https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$133931.htmldAs the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent , and you will be a member of the Trojan Family
- the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr