Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s generous benefits package that includes: competitive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, Virginia Retirement System (VRS), professional development & certifications, tuition waiver, parental leave, caregiving leave and community service leave. Learn more about VCU’s benefits here: https://hr.vcu.edu/careers-at-vcu/why-work-at-vcu/

Position Primary Purpose and General Duties:

The SOM Office of Research Administration’s mission is to support research and scholarly activity by working as a strategic partner with faculty, departments, university, and health system offices to ensure sound administrative and financial management of research. We are a shared services office supporting both the School of Medicine and the School of Dentistry in the submission of grant proposals and the post-award management of grant and contract funding.
The selected candidate for this entry-level position will support pre- and post-award administration within the SOM Office of Research Administration (SOMRA).This position provides an opportunity to use administrative skills in a fast-paced, diverse environment while contributing to the success of the VCU School of Medicine’s research enterprise. The position will also present opportunities for career growth in the field of research administration for those presenting a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of faculty and staff.
The Assistant Research Administrator will carry out a variety of supporting tasks within the SOM Office of Research Administration, to include:

• Creating and updating reports to aid in the management of grant funds
• Distributing routine reporting to research administrators and departments (monthly, quarterly, etc.)
• Compiling and updating investigator support documents
• Fielding inquiries received through the SOMRA shared inbox
• Learning and performing basic pre- and post-award research administration tasks

This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent workexperience in an administrative role.
• Proficiency and experience usingMicrosoft Word and Excel, Google Apps (Forms, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc.) withthe ability to learn new systems or software applications with ease.
• Basic ability to interpret andcalculate data.
• Basic ability to draft and editprofessional documents.
• Excellent communication skills,including verbal and written.
• Ability to multitask and workindependently using available resources.
• Initiative to pro-actively askquestions and seek guidance when needed.
• Demonstrated experience working in andfostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to doso as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Hiring Standards:

• Priorexperience in an administrative/office position.
• Proficiencyusing a number of university-specific programs including Banner, RAMS-SPOT,etc.

Position will remain open until filled.

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Department: SOMRA
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

ORP Eligible: No

University Job Title: Asst Research Administrator 1-3 (34121-34123)

Contact Name: Brittany Usera

Contact Email: brittany.usera@vcuhealth.org