Business Administrator I – Office of Research & Sponsored Programs

About the role

The Business Administrator I supports the Vice President for Research while overseeing the day‑to‑day business operations of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP). This position combines executive assistance with financial and administrative management to ensure smooth functioning of research activities.

Key responsibilities

• Act as liaison with finance, payroll and HR to process forms, reports and ensure compliance.
• Maintain office supplies, process purchase requisitions, reconcile expenditures and monitor budget limits.
• Serve as Accountable Property Officer and ensure adherence to all finance and administrative procedures.
• Manage financial transactions, assign costs to accounts/projects, monitor operating expenses and assist with annual budgeting and fiscal year close.
• Oversee business file maintenance and implement process improvements, providing staff training as needed.
• Provide executive support to the VPR, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Organize logistics for internal and external stakeholder meetings and track project milestones.
• Supervise staff or student employees when assigned and perform special analyses or project summaries.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in business administration, finance or research support.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and handle confidential information.

Required skills

• None specified.