Research Administration Manager

About the role

The Office of Research Administration at the University of Miami is seeking a Manager of Research Administration to lead its Award Management area. This role supports the university’s research mission by overseeing post‑award processes and ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee sponsored compliance, ensuring terms and conditions are respected.
• Recruit, train and mentor department staff, fostering talent development.
• Monitor team performance on accuracy, timeliness and customer service metrics.
• Implement operational plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Manage all post‑award activities, including award setup, budgeting, expense review, effort reporting, reconciliations, closeout, audit and compliance.
• Establish and assess internal controls and ensure staff are trained on university policies.
• Act as liaison between faculty, academic departments, research centers and funding agencies.
• Develop and implement internal operating procedures and monitor grant budgets, billing, collections and financial reporting.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in post‑award administration of federal, state or private research grants.
• Strong knowledge of sponsor policies, university regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of research administration professionals.
• Excellent understanding of award setup, budgeting, expense management and closeout processes.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with investigators, administrators and funding agencies.

Required skills