The School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering (SBHSE) Research Advancement (RA) Team is looking for an individual interested in making a difference in the world by directly supporting researchers who are making globally impactful advances in research and is seeking a career with various opportunities for growth.

The Research Advancement Administrator Senior position is primarily dedicated to pre-award administration but will include limited post-award functions. The successful candidate is responsible for the development, preparation, and submission of sponsored project proposals to various funding agencies across all engineering schools. This position requires people skills and leadership. A demeanor that is friendly, encouraging, and helpful is essential. It is important to be able to work with people with a wide range of diversity of background, skill level, culture, and language. This position is expected to provide high-level support for the 7 Schools within the Fulton School of Engineering (FSE), as well as assist with special projects.

The ideal candidate enjoys being part of a collaborative team environment directly supporting researchers who are making globally impactful advances in research; has a strong attention to detail; seeks a career with various opportunities for growth; provides excellent customer service; values continuous improvement; and enjoys complex problem solving. This position reports to the Research Admin lead of SBHSE.

Full-TimeASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.OpenActivities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting.Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds.Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties.Ability to work both independently or within a complex structured team.Normally receives no instructions on routine work and general instructions on new assignments with review of completed tasks.Exercises judgment within generally defined practices & policies in selecting methods & techniques for obtaining solutions.Flexible Work Options

ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.  SBHSE supports a hybrid work arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location, subject to review and approvals per ASU policy. 

Bachelor's degree in a related field. Five years of experience in a field appropriate to the area/unit of assignment OR Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.