Research Program Administrator

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Job Title:

Research Program Administrator

Requisition Number: RE53065

Working Title:

Research Training Specialist Principle & ERA Lead

Department: 40130:
Sponsored Projects Administration

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 47

Salary Range: $57,/year

Type of Position:
Staff

Position Time Status:
Full-Time

Required

Education:

MA

Required Related

Experience:

4 yrs

Physical Requirements:

essential job functions require you to be indoors; sit for extended periods; handle light-weight objects up to 10 pounds; operate a computer and navigate multiple computer systems; communicate effectively through written, verbal and non-verbal mediums with individuals from various backgrounds; provide excellent customer service to all customers; maintain high levels of concentration and mental attention; and have strong organizational, problem solving and time management skills.

Shift: Monday Friday 8:00 am EST 5:00 pm EST; and additional hours as required.

The Office of Sponsored Projects Administration (OSPA) is seeking a Research Training Specialist Principle.

This position is eligible for remote work.

• Serve as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) for training courses.
• Independently deliver training courses, e-learning, video tutorials, and learning simulations.
• Edit training courses and materials to ensure accuracy of content.
• Serve as OSPA's point of contact and subject-matter expert for the development and implementation of electronic research administration systems.
• Train faculty and staff in the use of proposal submission software (such as Cayuse and other sponsor systems), sponsors' award management and tracking systems (when required) and other electronic tools that are required to effectively and efficiently manage sponsored projects.
• Serve as a senior subject-matter expert and resource for AI implementation in the area of proposal processes, procedures, and sponsored project management.

OSPA is responsible for administering over $480 million in extramural grants and contracts awarded through the University of Kentucky Research Foundation. Services are available to all University faculty and staff and include: advice and assistance with budget preparation and other administrative requirements of proposals; proposal submission; review, negotiation and acceptance of awards; interpretation and information regarding sponsor policies and regulations; preparation of subcontract documents;

administration of UK's Conflict of Interest Policy. For more information, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a benefits package that helps us recruit and retain the very best faculty and staff. These benefits include our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more. To learn more about these benefits, visit .

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

02/04/2026

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