Research Administrator (Grant Administration)

About the role

The Office of the Deputy President (Research & Technology) at NUS is hiring a Research Administrator (titled Executive/Senior Executive/Assistant Manager) to administer programmes funded by A*STAR, NMRC and by local and foreign industry. Reporting to the manager-in-charge, the role provides pre- and post-award research grant administration support to researchers across all NUS Faculties and Research Centers.

Key responsibilities

• Disseminate and coordinate grant call activities, including proposal compliance and completeness checks
• Coordinate and facilitate internal reviews and evaluations where needed
• Liaise with sponsors, handle award notifications and create project accounts
• Advise on and process requests for project changes
• Monitor and facilitate submission of project and programme progress reports
• Maintain programme-level statistics and prepare stakeholder reports
• Work with relevant units on fund requisitions and ensure ongoing compliance with grant terms and conditions
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned

Required profile

• Recognized degree with at least 1 year of experience, or candidates without experience are also welcome
• Prior experience in grant or research administration is advantageous
• Able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with good organisational and administrative skills
• Able to work independently and in a team, meeting deadlines
• Good command of written and spoken English