Research Administrator I

The UF Health Cancer Center is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span 11 of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 330 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure. 

$22.00 - $27.00 hourly.

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave including:  

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance  
• State Retirement Plans  
• Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)  
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or other related field. 
• Some professional office experience in an academic medical research environment, or similar.  
• Working knowledge and understanding of accounting practices and applied GAAP and GAS principles.  
• Prior experience using PeopleSoft and/or UFIRST, or another similar enterprise finance and grants management system, preferred. 

Qualities:

• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be effective independently, maintain appropriate discretion, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.  
• Proven sense of professional ethics and conduct, understanding and effectively using and applying Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills.  
• Demonstrated forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  
• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues. 

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work with detailed financial data and to analyze financial information.  
• Strong organizational skills and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.  
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. 

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.