Research Support Specialist - The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in a core liberal arts and sciences discipline, a master’s degree in education; or a relevant combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated at a working proficiency level.
• Evidence of experience requiring organizational skills as well as attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft computer programs, particularly Excel.

Desirable Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience, especially working with federal sponsors.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high quality customer service in a deadline driven environment.
• Experience working with agency electronic systems such as Grants.gov, eRA Commons, and Research.gov.
• Experience preparing and submitting federal, state, and/or private grants and contracts.
• Experience working with the University of Iowa Research Information System (UIRIS) and Electronic Financial Reports (EFR).

Position and Application Details

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and search for requisition #24001762. Position is open until filled.

Salary range: $55,000 to commensurate

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.  

• Resume
• Cover Letter 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.

CLAS considers hybrid and flexible work arrangements for some positions; options will be discussed during the hiring process.

Contact Melia Pieper (melia-pieper@uiowa.edu) for a full position description.

The University of Iowa and Iowa City

The University of Iowa is one of America’s premier public universities and Iowa’s largest comprehensive research university, with a balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It’s home to one of the nation’s largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Innovation thrives here as Iowa City continues to rank as one of the nation’s top cities for business and entrepreneurs.

The University of Iowa is a place for great minds to work, grow, and thrive. We offer one of the most competitive and comprehensive benefit packages in the Big 10 for all staff with appointments of 50% or more. Health plans, insurance, paid leave, retirement options, and flexible work arrangements are all available. The health and well-being of our faculty, staff, retirees, and students is our top priority.

Nestled along the Iowa River and surrounded by rural rolling hills, Iowa City perennially ranks as one of America’s best places to live. Featuring a college-town atmosphere with big-city cultural richness, the Iowa City area has something for everyone including Big 10 sports and world-class music, literature, dance, and theater.

Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.