[Remote] Research Administrator Associate

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The University of Kentucky is a research-focused university whose Office of Sponsored Projects Administration supports groundbreaking research and administers extramural grants and contracts. The Research Administrator Associate will manage clinical trial agreements and other contracts, establish sponsored project accounts, interpret policies and regulations, track cash received, and provide administrative guidance to faculty, staff, and sponsors.

Responsibilities

• The Research Administrator Associate will manage industry and federal clinical trial agreements and other contracts
• The responsibilities include contract review and negotiation, collaboration with clinical trial study teams to ensure appropriate terms and allowable budgets, sponsored project account establishment, interpretation and implementation of University policies and procedures, sponsor regulations and State/Federal law, and tracking of cash received
• This position will also provide responsive and appropriate administrative guidance to faculty, staff, and sponsor agencies

Skills

• MA
• 3 yrs
• None
• Sitting and typing at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
• Fully remote position
• Monday – Friday; 8:00 am EST – 5:00 pm EST
• A successful candidate will have the ability to understand, interpret, and research complex and varied regulations, think critically and work collegially in order to successfully resolve questions and issues for faculty, staff, and colleagues, communicate timely and professionally to a range of individuals, have the ability to multitask and prioritize, have a strong attention to detail, and have a willingness to be a lifelong learner
• Certified Research Administrator preferred

Benefits

• This position is eligible for remote work.
• Flexible Remote Work Options: Enjoy the convenience of fully remote or hybrid roles while supporting groundbreaking research.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, virtual conferences, and training programs to advance your career.
• 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions
• Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition benefits for classes at UK

Company Overview

The University of Kentucky is a public, research-extensive, land grant university dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in teaching, research, health care, cultural enrichment, and economic development for over 150 years. It was founded in 1865, and is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.uky.edu.

Company H1B Sponsorship

University of Kentucky has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 65 in 2026, 164 in 2025, 135 in 2024, 113 in 2023, 112 in 2022, 120 in 2021, 113 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.